AddressRegistered or Provisional Psychologist
Life Skills Hub is one-of-a-kind space in Adelaide's Northern suburbs, for young people aged 7-25+ to develop their capacity to function independently and build connections with similar-aged peers. Our innovative spaces are tailored for people to feel safe through an inclusive culture and homely design. From Star Wars to Basketball, and Kitchens to Gardens, there is bound to be a space for you to connect with clients and their families. Our vision is to bridge the gap between traditional therapy and the home, to cater to the evolving needs of young people. Our spaces and programs reflect our commitment to providing opportunities where young people feel empowered, connected and most importantly, welcome.
We understand there is no “one size fits all” approach and as such offer a range of individidualised supports including:
- One-to-one services
- Group-based therapy and structured social groups
- Telehealth services
- Caregiver-only sessions
- Professional development and consultation
Our services and approach are centred around four pillars, including our step-down model. To find out more about about approach, see our website.
About the Role
Life Skills Hub is currently expanding and looking to welcome another like-minded professional to join our multidisciplinary team. We are seeking an enthusiastic Registered or Provisional Psychologist to provide 1:1 and group based therapeutic services. A registered psychologist would additionally provide internal supervision to our internal multi-disciplinary team (however does not need to be a Board Approved Supervisor). Provisional Psychologists must already have a primary and secondary supervisor. There is potential for full-time clinic-based work and/or a mixture of clinic-based days mixed with offsite work close to your home location.
Full-Time or Part-Time positions would be considered.
What we offer:
- Flexible working environment; have access to kitchens and outdoor spaces.
- Regular internal supervision and team meetings
- Paid external supervision (fortnightly supervision budget for Provisional Psychologists on top of salary)
- Monthly Multi-Disciplinary Reflective practice session
- Additional 3+ days of whole team PD days
- Professional development budget
- Additional PD leave
- Scheduled administration time each day
- Annual leave loading
- Provision of work laptop
- A fantastic admin team to enable bookings and support administrative tasks
- Access to a wide range of therapeutic resources
- Flexible working arrangements by negotiation
Tasks & responsibilities
- Provision of clinic-based and/or offsite therapy services that address identified client goals.
- Facilitation of group therapeutic programs that are in line with client goals.
- Conducting initial assessments to determine needs of the client using a combination of assessments and clinical observations.
- Preparation of formal assessment reports, and other relevant documentation including, but not limited to NDIS progress reports, Medicare letters and therapy plans.
- Continued critical reflection and reviewing the effectiveness of service delivery, and adjust accordingly to best meet client needs.
- Develop and facilitate internal professional development sessions for internal staff and/or external professionals who provide paediatric and youth support.
- Provide internal supervision to members of our multidisciplinary team
About you:
- Strong Interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with a diverse range of people in age, culture, health conditions, histories and other backgrounds.
- Collaborative, client-centred and evidence-based approach.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team (including multidisciplinary and management teams)
- Openness to learning and growing as a professional.
- Adaptable and flexible in guiding therapy most suited to client's needs and circumstances
- High degree of initiative with the capacity to formulate new ideas.
- Experience working in private practice (desired)
- Experience providing supervision or in a leadership position (desired)
Qualifications & experience
- Completed an AHPRA recognised Undergraduate and Honours in Psychology or undergraduate degree in relevant discipline.
- Eligible for registration or currently registered as a General Registered Psychologist
- For Provisional Psychologist - a minimum 1 year experience in paediatric services within the internship.
- Current Working With Children Check
- Eligible for Medicare Provider number (desired)
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume and cover letter to *****@lifeskillshub.com.au or call Ellen at 08 8180 0*** for a confidential discussion.
Want to know more? Check out our website to see our spaces and services:
https://www.lifeskillshub.com.au
