Clinician – Psychologist or Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Cheltenham

Better Place Australia has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more fulfilling lives”. Our purpose is “To empower people to become more resilient and experience improved wellbeing to better determine their futures”.

Our organisational values are at the forefront of all interactions with our employees, our clients and our stakeholders.

We are:

• Creative
• Caring
• Welcoming
• Responsive; and
• Thriving

As a community focused ‘for-purpose’ organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across Victoria.

This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

The Role – Fixed Term / Full Time

This full time role will involve the provision of assessment and treatment of a variety of psychological conditions across a broad client group including families and children.  With quality supervision and clinical governance systems in place, this role is part of a multidisciplinary team of practitioners working in a collegiate and learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provision of assessment & treatment by way of individual, group and/or family sessions;
• Development of Psychological Treatment Plans (PTPs), reviewing progress of PTPs and the outcomes of sessions, supports and strategies,
• Referral of clients to alternative support services where appropriate and liaison with related practitioners
• Development and delivery of group sessions as required, and;
• Development of networks and strengthening referral pathways in the region.

Required Professional Qualifications & Experience 

• Registered as a Psychologist, with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or;
• Qualified and Registered as a Credentialed Mental Health Social Worker and eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and;
• Clinical experience working therapeutically with adults and children
• Familiarity with safety and risk screening and intervention
• Previous experience facilitating groups would be a distinct advantage.
• With anticipated growth, Provisional Psychology Pathway applicants are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Desirable:

• Active provider number with Medicare would be well regarded
• Minimum of 2 years post-registration and experience in mental health

Employee Benefits

Better Place Australia is serious about being an employer of choice and to back that claim we have:

• Attractive above-award salary rates
• Salary packaging (which increases your take home pay)
• Additional annual leave days (between Christmas and New Year)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5% loading
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Up to 20 days family violence leave
• Paid study leave and extensive professional development opportunities

We also offer:

• Fortnightly 1:1 clinical supervision
• Bi-monthly group supervision
• A collegiate environment within a multidisciplinary team

Like to know more?

This position is available on a fixed-term (12 months) / Full-time basis at our Cheltenham office.

We will consider applications expressing an interest for a 6 month contract for the right candidate.

For further information, please access a copy of the position description from our website: https://www.betterplaceaustralia.com.au/careers/

Prospective candidates can also contact Ms. Jhooma Barthwal – Manager and Clinical Lead, Mental Health Services to confidentially further enquire about the role via jhooma.barthwal@betterplace.com.au

Apply Today

Better Place Australia is a for purpose organisation, providing services for all members of the community regardless of religion, age, gender, sexuality, lifestyle choice, cultural background or economic circumstances.  We offer a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  At BPA, we all have a shared responsibility for supporting a culture of inclusivity and diversity.  Our organisation is committed to child safety and we carry out police record, working with children and reference checks to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.  We look forward to hearing from you – apply today!