School Psychologist

Job Description
School Based Psychologists

• Meaningful work that has a positive impact on student outcomes and their lives
• Full-Time & Part-Time Positions
• Opportunities across Melbourne Suburbs

We are currently seeking experienced Psychologist, with experience working with youth in a school setting, for multiple opportunities across Melbourne both Primary and Secondary Schools.
You will be responsible for delivering a broad range of psychological prevention and practices, short term support for students including direct counselling and coordinating supports with other services for students with complex needs.
You will: * Have experience providing psychological, behavioural and educational assessments

• Plan and implement evidence-based intervention strategies, including trauma-informed strategies for students with complex needs including collaborating with families, other professionals and agencies when appropriate, and manage the associated risks.
• Work collaboratively with the school to contribute to policies and operational practices that will guide the work of others, including other school wellbeing staff and teachers.
• Have demonstrated extensive experience providing psychological treatment and counselling, as well as managing critical incidents
• Liaise with other Department areas (including secondary school nurses and Student Support Services staff) and external service providers where necessary to provide support to students.
• Maintain professional competence and continued professional learning, including attending professional development activities throughout the year.
• Meet relevant policies and legislative requirements in relation to student health information privacy.

You will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Psychology and full registration with AHPRA. Provisional registration applicants must have previous school based work experience in a wellbeing role
• Competency in Microsoft programs, or other Case Management software - highly desirable
• Extensive experience in counselling young people and their families
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to respond to young people with needs
• Demonstrated understanding of the youth and mental health services system in Victoria
• A valid and current Victorian driver's licence

You will also have or be willing to undergo a Working with Children Check and a Police Check.
Why work with Tradewind?
Tradewind Australia is Melbourne's fastest growing agency recruiting for the Social Services sector. We currently have a high demand for Social Workers across a variety sectors working with the most reputable organisations within the industry. We pride ourselves on the strong and longstanding relationships we have formed with our clients and candidates
We Provide:

• Your own consultant who will work hard to secure you the right roles for your skill set
• Access to roles offered exclusively through Tradewind
• Flexible hours improving your work/life balance
• No joining fees

How to apply:

• Follow the link provided (or visit our website and click contact us, then apply now)
• Fill in as much detail as you can on the application form and upload your resume
• Contact the office directly if you have any queries regarding your application however, please allow some time for your application to be processed

Join the Tradewind team and apply now!
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
Apply today or alternatively send an up-to-date resume to the team at
If you'd like to have a confidential chat about this, or any of our latest positions feel free to call the team on 03 9081 0559.
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