Psychologist, Mental Health Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist - Atherton, Queensland.

• Intern Psychologists, Mental Health Accredited Social Workers & Mental Health Endorsed OTs are encouraged to apply!

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balances 

• Generous Salary Packaging benefit of $15,899 per year, plus $2,650 meal and entertainment card. 

• Annual Professional Development training budget of $950 per annum 

• Regular internal training and in-house supervision provided 

• Genuine supportive and inclusive work environment that values the wellbeing of team members - Beautifully designed consulting rooms 

• Full Administrative support such as booking and scheduling appointments 

• Employee Assistance Program

Employment Type:  

• Permanent 

• Full time (5 days per week) or Part Time (0.8FTE- 4 days per week)

Practice Information:
This well-established, not-for-profit organisation is dedicated to providing essential services to the community of the Atherton Tablelands. The organisation employs a range of highly skilled staff across a broad range of areas including social work, community development, aged care services, psychology and counselling. 

Position Description: 

• You will work under the general direction of the Coordinator, Psychological Services Team, to undertake a range of functions requiring the application of psychological knowledge and skills. 

• Provide evidence-based clinical interventions to diverse cohorts including children and adolescents. 

• Maintain record keeping practices in line with ethical, legislative and organisational expectations. 

• Actively contribute to and participate in internal quality improvement initiatives and clinical support practices. 

• Maintain professional registration and adhere to ethical, legislative and organisational requirements. 

• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of moderately complex projects under the direction of management. 

• Set priorities and monitor workflow within your areas of responsibility and delegation. 

• Monitor and interpret legislation, regulations and other agreements pertaining to programs. 

• Carry out planning, studies or research for particular projects including aspects of design, formulation of policy, implementation of procedures and presentation.

Position Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work or Psychology. 

• Current registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). 

• Current Driver’s License. 

• Current ‘Working with Children Check - Blue Card”, or ability to obtain. 

• Police Check, or ability to obtain.

Salary Information:
$44.58 - $53.31 per hour

About Atherton: 
Located 1.5hours from tropical Cairns, North Queensland.  Atherton is located in the hinterland region northwest of Cairns, in North Queensland. It offers a delightful temperate climate, with green rolling hills and a close-knit country community. Atherton is family friendly with multiple schooling options. For the nature lover, Atherton has a vast array of walking track, swimming areas and unique wildlife.

For more information on this position, please contact our team via hws@healthworkforce.com.au.

Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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