Work Type: Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Part TimeUnit/Directorate: North Metropolitan Mental Health Service > Gender Pathways ServiceAre you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.This is a vacancy for Fixed-Term and Permanent Part Time appointments. We have 0.3 FTE currently available permanently, where job share will be considered. We also anticipate potential Fixed-Term appointments at various hours to become available to increase service capacity needs when required.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.What is our Senior Clinical Psychologist role?As a Senior Clinical Psychologist working at the Gender Pathways Service, you will provide a specialist clinical psychology service to young people with gender issues, their families, groups, other professionals and organisational systems within a multidisciplinary and professional team context. This role also provides specialist consultation, education, and supervision to both internal and external services and practitioners.You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will embody the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity.Want to know more about this role?We encourage you to contact Sally Green on 0408 031 066.About our serviceThe Gender Pathways Service (GPS) within YouthLink can be accessed state-wide and provides specialist gender diversity consultation, training, community development, referral information and assessment for suitability and readiness for gender affirming medical treatment such as hormones and/or surgery.Transgender and gender diverse youth are at elevated risk of suicide, self-harm, homelessness and other mental health and psychosocial difficulties. The GPS aims to improve the mental, social, and physical health outcomes for gender diverse youth by increasing capacity within services to provide gender-affirming care and to facilitate access to medical interventions to address gender dysphoria through specialist assessment.What we offerIn addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.Generous salary packaging.Diverse and inclusive culture.Discounted public transport.A smoke-free environment.Flexible leave arrangements.Paid study leave.Flexible working arrangements.Continuous learning.Professional and location-based allowances.NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.We think youll like it hereOur employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.Ready to join our team?Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Your application should include:A statement addressing the selection criteria (as outlined in the attached JDF).A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role;The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed-term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Sally Green on 0408 031 066.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Clinical Psychologist