Clinical Psychologist

Apply now Job no:503278
Work type:Part-time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Research Administration support, Laboratory Technician

• One of Australia’s leading research & teaching universities
• Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion
• Enjoy a career that makes a difference by collaborating & learning from the best

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

The School of Psychology is one of the largest and most prestigious schools in Australia. The School is located in the Faculty of Science and has approximately 50 full time members of academic staff, 15 general staff and an operating budget of over $12M.

The UNSW Psychology Clinic is a university-based Psychology Clinic which provides training opportunities to postgraduate clinical psychology trainees whilst offering psychological assessment and treatment for a range of behavioural and emotional issues in adults and children. The position of Clinical Psychologist will be based at the UNSW Psychology Clinic.

About the role

• $109k - $123k plus 17% Superannuation, annual leave loading and supervisor loading (12k)
• Fixed Term – 12 months
• Part-time (14 hours per week)

The position reports to the UNSW Psychology Clinic Director and has no direct reports.

Specific responsibilities for this role include:

• Supervise Master of Psychology postgraduate trainees on placement and Clinical Psychologist Registrar at the UNSW Psychology Clinic.
• Oversee assessment and treatment of clients being provided by trainees in the UNSW Psychology Clinic.
• Review and co-sign client related clinical documentation prepared by trainees.
• Provide training and continuing education activities to trainees via supervision and skills demonstration.
• Evaluate competency and skills development of trainees on placement.
• Provide supervisory cover in the UNSW Psychology Clinic as dictated by availability.
• Participate in and contribute to relevant quality improvement programs and governance meetings associated with the UNSW Psychology Clinic.
• Ensure high levels of professional and ethical standards are adhered to within the UNSW Psychology Clinic.
• Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct. Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

About the successful applicant
(Selection Criteria)

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Completion of postgraduate level Clinical Psychology training accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (or international equivalent).
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Psychologist with endorsement in the area of Clinical Psychology.
• Board-approved Supervisor recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated clinical experience post qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in supervision of Provisional Psychologists undergoing postgraduate training in Clinical Psychology.
• Demonstrated strong clinical skills in child and adult psychological therapy, particularly Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application. For informal queries, please see the below contact details. 

Otherwise, please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed .

Contact:
Shane Vassallo
E: [email protected]

Applications close: November 9th , 2021

Find out more about working at UNSW at www.unsw.edu.au

UNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds. UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention and promotion of staff and that no-one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.

UNSW partners with Australia’s leading diversity organisations, networks, and campaigns. Please refer to UNSW’s diversity offerings for further information on our flexible work and leave options, and support for carers (childcare, parent rooms, parental leave).

Advertised:26 Oct 2021 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:09 Nov 2021 AUS Eastern Daylight Time