Overview
Based at headspace Ashfield, this is an opportunity to make a real difference and positive impact to someone’s life. The position is a full-time, 2 year max term contract until June 2027. Part-time hours would also be considered.
We are looking for someone with Passion, Respect & Integrity to provide high quality evidence-based, focused psychological interventions to young people aged 12 to 25 years, with demonstrated ability to engage and communicate effectively with young people and their family, friends or carers.
Responsibilities
* Provide evidenced-based, focused psychological intervention/treatment for young people aged 12–25 years.
* Liaise and work with relevant services including GPs, Psychiatrists, health services, Non-Government Organisations, schools and youth services.
* Ensure the efficient and consistent provision of person-centred services to young people, including adherence to relevant guidelines and procedures.
* Actively participate in service development, case review meetings, quality assurance activities and WH&S initiatives.
* Maintain patient records and statistical information.
* Opportunity to develop and facilitate therapeutic group programs.
You will have
* Degree in Psychology or Occupational Therapy and AHPRA membership or provisional; or Registered Nurse; Degree in Social Work with AASW eligibility.
* Eligibility to provide psychological/counselling services under Medicare.
* Demonstrated experience in clinical practice, and in delivering contemporary, evidence-based practices and therapeutic interventions for young people.
* Commitment to delivering therapy services as an integrated part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Demonstrated ability to engage and communicate effectively with young people and their family, friends or carers.
* Compliance checks: NDIS Worker Screening, NSW Working with Children Check and Current Police Check (not older than 3 months).
You could benefit from
* Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 annually, maximizing your take-home pay.
* Entertainment Allowance: An additional $2,650 annually for dining, holidays, and more.
* Monthly Rostered Days Off (RDOs): Prioritize self-care with a three-day weekend every month.
* Clinical Supervision & Peer Support: A collaborative environment to thrive professionally.
* Development Opportunities: Build your skills through internal and external training.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for personal and work challenges.
* Paid Parental Leave: Comprehensive leave to support growing families.
* Fitness Passport: Affordable access to gyms and fitness centers.
* Professional development opportunities and training.
* Access to flexible work arrangements.
To Apply
If you can see yourself in this rewarding role, please apply online today.
New Horizons values diversity and encourages applications from people from all walks of life. Our vision is to see happy inclusive communities work together in collaborative and inclusive ways to create opportunity and improve quality of life. Our workforce proudly reflects the local communities we connect with and support. New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.
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