Clinical Neuropsychologist / Case Manager

Job Description

Remuneration : $55.09 - $67.15 per hour + superEmployment Type : Temporary Part Time until February 2026Position Classification : Clinical PsychologistLocation : Hunter Brain Injury Service, Bar BeachHours Per Week : 19Requisition ID : REQ543272Applications Close : Sunday, 16th February 2025 About us: Hunter Brain Injury Service (HBIS) is 1 of 15 state-wide specialist rehabilitation services for compensable and non-compensable adult clients who have experienced a traumatic brain injury.The HBIS team is specially trained to clinically support and case manage people who have experienced a traumatic brain injury. The team includes various professionals such as Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Social Workers, Neuropsychologists, Dietitians, Clinical Psychologists, Rehabilitation Assistants, Administration and Housekeeping Staff. This is a motivated and driven team focused on achieving the most successful outcomes for clients.For more information about our service and the specialised rehabilitation services across NSW, please refer to the following websites: About the role: You will be working from the Hunter Brain Injury Service alongside the multi-disciplinary team. You will work with the team to prioritise and plan your workload and manage your time to provide service to clients. You will have an office space and enjoy connecting with other team members throughout the day.In this role you will: Provide recommendations regarding a client's capacity for work, driving, financial management, and guardianship; and advise on strategies to compensate for cognitive impairments for clients, families, and therapists. Complete neuropsychological report writing and provide verbal and written feedback on assessments to clients, their significant others, and carers. Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of rehabilitation programs for clients, in collaboration with team members. Negotiate and advocate for clients when working collaboratively with various service providers and agencies. Liaise with and provide advice to other team members and external agencies regarding maximizing a client’s participation and function. Prioritise workload to balance client contact and a large administrative load consisting of comprehensive reports and detailed rehabilitation plans. You will be supported by the Service Manager, Clinical Coordinator, and other Neuropsychologists who work in Brain Injury Units across NSW. Orientation will occur during the first couple of weeks with the Service Manager and Clinical Coordinator. About you: You are passionate about supporting clients to achieve their goals after sustaining a brain injury. You enjoy working with clients following traumatic brain injury and bring experience from previous clinical roles in this area. You take a holistic and empowering approach to care acknowledging various factors affecting the client during their rehabilitation and transition. You value integrity, teamwork, empathy, inclusion, and fairness. You are enthusiastic about quality improvement and your professional development. Requirements: Masters degree or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from an APAC accredited course with current full registration with Psychology Board of Australia with endorsement for Clinical neuropsychology. Current eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes. What we can offer you: At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. On top of this, we also offer: Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing Fitness Passport for health and well-being Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Additional information: An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part-time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for this position. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people. Need more information? For role-related queries or questions contact Rebekah Pickering on Information for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: is a Category A position . Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015. Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! #J-18808-Ljbffr