Psychologist (General, Clinical or Educational Developmental)
Employment Type
Permanent Part Time
Reports to
Clinical Directors / PracticeManager
Hours
1 day/week increasing to 2.
Location
Croydon.
Work Days
Flexible.
Position Summary
Bright Horizons Health provides a variety of allied health services for children, adolescents, and adults. The team comprises a psychologist and two occupational therapists and we are looking for a second psychologist to join our growing multidisciplinary team. Working as part of a neuroaffirming practice, the psychologist will deliver comprehensive psychological services including assessments and treatment of mental health difficulties using evidence-based interventions tailored to each patient presenting concerns. There will also be the opportunity to conduct assessments including cognitive, academic and neurodevelopment assessments. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, the psychologist aims to enhance the emotional wellbeing, learning outcomes, functional independence, and participation in daily life. At Bright Horizons Health we value work life balance and promote flexible employment arrangements to support working parents.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychological assessments, including intake interviews. Experience with standardised assessments is highly desired.
- Diagnose mental health conditions in accordance with DSM-5-TR criteria
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions (e.g., CBT, ACT, mindfulness-based approaches)
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Maintain clinical records in and patient confidentiality in accordance with the professional guidelines and the APS Ethical Guidelines.
- Manage a caseload effectively, including scheduling and follow-ups
- Prepare reports, treatment summaries, and correspondence (e.g., GP letters for Mental Health Treatment Plans)
- Ensure compliance with relevant legal, ethical, and professional standards (AHPRA, APS guidelines) including current membership and registration.
- Maintain own Professional Indemnity Insurance.
- liaise with other healthcare professionals where needed including in-house GP, Psychologist and Occupational Therapists.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and supervision.
- Provide referrals to other services when appropriate
Selection Criteria
- Registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (via AHPRA)
- Demonstrated experience in delivering evidence-based psychological therapies
- Strong assessment, formulation, and treatment planning skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- High level of professionalism and ethical practice
- Endorsement in a specific area (e.g., Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology, Educational Developmental Psychology)
- Experience working across the lifespan (e.g., children, adolescents, adults)
- Experience working with neurodiverse individuals
- Experience in private practice or community mental health settings
- Familiarity with Medicare
- Clinical reasoning and problem-solving
- Empathy and emotional intelligence
- Time management and organisational skills
- Cultural competence and inclusivity
- Adaptability and resilience
Working Conditions
- Sessions may be delivered in person and/or via telehealth
- Flexible working hours may be required, including evenings
- Caseload volume will vary depending on service demand
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