CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST

SA Psychology & Wellness is growing again! As a result, we are seeking a psychologist who is passionate about working with children and adolescents to join our team. We offer flexible work arrangements with availability for up to three days of clinical work from our practice in Henley Beach. There is also an opportunity for adult clientele and/or couples, if desired. 

About SA Psychology & Wellness:

• SA Psychology & Wellness was founded in 2019 by Dr Julee La Mott. We invite you to learn more about Julee and our practice by visiting her bio and our website
• We place strong value on providing our clients with the highest levels of care whilst maintaining a professional environment to support our team
• We are committed to growing the best team of clinicians and support staff possible
• We reward our team members with competitive fee structures to recognise the invaluable contribution they make to the lives of others

Role and Responsibilities:

• Must possess the highest regard for your patients, your profession, our referrers, the community, our administrators and our practice
• Provide high-quality, client centred, evidence based clinical assessment and treatment to clientele
• Passionate about working with children, adolescents, and families
• Assess, diagnosis, and counsel patients with the highest level of clinical care to determine best outcome treatment planning
• Keep appropriate, up to date and accurate clinical records in line with all governing body requirements
• Implement, monitor and review treatment plans
• Adhere to practice protocols while engaging active and positive relationship building with SA Psychology & Wellness team members

Essential Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements:

• Must have prior experience working with children and adolescents
• Fully registered psychologist
• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Eligibility to procure a Medicare provider number at SA Psychology & Wellness
• Professional indemnity insurance or ability to procure
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with clients and colleagues
• Work well within a team setting while simultaneously being able to manage one’s own responsibilities without direct supervision.
• Solutions-focused attitude.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:

• Clinical endorsement from AHPRA
• 5+ years in a clinical setting
• Board approved supervisor

About You:

• You are a consummate professional- passionate about your clients, the quality of care you provide, and the rewards of positively impacting lives
• You are dedicated to life learning, value clinical supervision and continuing professional development
• You perform at your best due to your internal character and work ethic
• You are adept at being prepared for your day and leaving the day behind when you are finished to ensure you are mentally and emotionally able to commit to your clients when it is their time, while simultaneously maintaining your own well-being
• You are competent at maintaining on-time starts and conclusions to your sessions
• You place emphasis on attention to detail, including vital, albeit redundant, tasks, such as GP letters, patient notes, internal and external communications, and professional interactions with other clinics
• You are kind, approachable, warm, independent, and assertive. You possess the diplomatic skill to remain calm under pressure, displaying pensive and supportive behaviour in the face of adversity
• You realise the value of working within a practice’s operating procedures and standards

In return, you will receive:

• A warm, inviting and professional environment you will be proud to see clients in
• Industry leading fee structure ensuring your training, abilities and professionalism are valued
• Full administrative support, including professional reception staff, scheduling, billing, client support, GP liaison, established protocols to allow you the time and capacity to focus on what you do best- positively impact lives
• Monthly peer supervision, in-house didactic and training opportunities
• Additional opportunities to grow, if desired, including, but not limited to, adult clientele, assessments, Gottman Method for couples, training, and individual supervision

Qualified candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter and CV to [email protected]

*Please note that while we endeavour to respond to all applicants; only those candidates shortlisted can be assured contact.

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