Psychologist

About ATSICHS Brisbane 

ATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way – supporting our people and community in our commitment to create a flourishing future and lasting legacy for them and their families.

ATSICHS Brisbane is a member of the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH).

See more at our website - www.atsichsbrisbane.org.au

About the role

Are you a Psychologist wanting to contribute to the the health and wellbeing of community? A healthier life begins with a healthy mindset and this is where you, our Psychologist, would play a key role. By supporting our community, listening to their voice, and creating a safe space, you will positively contribute to their future. 

Duties

• Provide a range of effective therapeutic interventions using established evidence-based techniques and methodologies of proven effectiveness that is adapted to the individual needs and treatment plan for each client.
• Effectively manage and coordinate the service delivery model of case managed mental health, alcohol and other drugs and social needs of clients. 
• The Psychologist will contribute in providing access and coordination to comprehensive support services to clients and their families, with the aim to achieve personal wellbeing as part of a holistic model of care.
• Contribute and participate in a diverse and multi-discipline team that promotes a flourishing workplace culture and upholds the ethos and values of ATSICHS Brisbane as a long-standing Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation.

Benefits

• Annual salary starting at $92,314 - $100,547 (based on experience).
• 11% Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Increase your take home pay)
• Enjoy working in an organisation that makes a difference in the community.
• Friendly and supportive team.
• Supportive team culture to help you grow personally and professionally.

COVID-19 Requirement

• Immunisation history showing  you have received two doses of a Covid -19 vaccine is encouraged.

Essential:  

• Qualifications in Psychology with general registration by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA).  
• Demonstrated ability to apply a high level of clinical judgement and to prepare and present accurate reports relating to the outcome assessment and intervention of a client.  
• Ability to work with a culturally and socially diverse group of clients, and to apply a culturally responsive framework to guide interventions, with the support of staff and management.  
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability in the application of a variety of efficacious, scientifically-based psychology treatment approaches for clients whose presenting problems include: mental health problems (including personality disorders and mental illness), suicidal ideation/behaviour and self-harm, drug and/or alcohol abuse, long-term responses to trauma, and behavioural problems.  
• Demonstrated ability to administer assessments and undertake specialised, comprehensive clinical assessments.  
• Demonstrated ability to apply psychological assessment to both clinical formulation and the delivery of intensive therapeutic intervention to clients. 
• Demonstrated experience in overseeing and coordinating case management processes and procedures.   
• A willingness to travel across the ATSICHS Brisbane region of services and work across different sites.  
• A willingness to provide therapeutic supports and engagement to patients outside of a clinic environment.   
• Disability Worker Screening Card (Yellow Card) or be eligible to apply.
• Current National Police Check or be eligible to apply.

Desirable, but not mandatory: 

• Previous experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. 

How to apply

If this sounds like you, please submit your application by following the links on the recruitment page. Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.