Psychologist - Senior (Intellectual and Developmental Disability Mental Health Service)

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Listed By: Townsville Hospital and Health Service on 20 Feb 2025 Psychologist - Senior (Intellectual and Developmental Disability Mental Health Service) The opportunity: Further your career in tropical North Queensland and enjoy the many benefits on offer, including job security, flexible working arrangements, and ongoing professional development opportunities. About the role: The Townsville Intellectual and Developmental Disability Mental Health Service has been developed to better meet the needs of consumers with neurodivergent disorders, developmental disorders, and congenital intellectual disability who access Townsville Mental Health services. In the Senior Psychologist position, you will provide intake, discipline-specific assessment, brief intervention, and consultation and liaison services, in partnership with Mental Health Service Group treating teams and primary care providers, for people who have diagnosed or suspected intellectual and developmental disability with co-occurring moderate to severe mental disorders (including those from specific population groups such as rural communities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and culturally and linguistically diverse populations). What’s on offer: Permanent Part-time, 60.8 hours per fortnight.Pro rata remuneration package based on full-time equivalent value of up to $157,360 p.a., comprising base salary range of $64.64 - $69.05 p.h. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (HP4), recreational leave loading (17.5%), and employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%). Additional benefits: On-call and shift allowances (if applicable)Attractive salary sacrificing optionsGenerous leave entitlementsStaff wellness programsSupportive workplace environmentAccess to corporate discounts Role requirements: The successful applicant must possess a four-year degree in Psychology (Honours, Graduate Diploma) from an accredited tertiary institution and general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.Possession of a Masters or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited tertiary institution, or significant progress towards this, would be highly regarded. Working for Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS): At Townsville HHS, our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland. We have a proactive approach to fostering a workplace culture that values, supports, and develops our workforce, offering rewarding career progression to our existing employees and encouraging professional development through capability building and higher duties opportunities. About the location: Townsville is a vibrant, dynamic city; it is the largest urban centre in Northern Australia and is the gateway to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef, stunning beaches, rainforests, and the Outback. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Townsville offers the perfect laid-back coastal lifestyle with all the benefits of big city living. It is a great place for families, couples, and individuals to call home. #J-18808-Ljbffr