Psychologist
Your role at St John of God Richmond Hospital
We are seeking applications for a Psychologist (grade 2) to join our Allied Health team on a permanent full-time basis.
This role provides evidenced-based psychology services to the patients of St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) and ensures practice is in accordance to the Psychology Board of Australia Code of Ethics and policies and guidelines. You will be expected to work independently and demonstrate a specialist level of knowledge and depth of experience.
Based in a newly redeveloped 112-bed, purpose-built hospital, this role offers the opportunity to work in a modern, therapeutic environment designed to support recovery and wellbeing. The hospital is nationally recognised for its specialised programs in trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with a strong focus on supporting first responders and veterans.
About the Facility
This recently expanded hospital offers a state-of-the-art therapeutic environment, including:
Private inpatient rooms with ensuites for enhanced comfort and recovery
A dedicated neurostimulation suite providing advanced ECT and TMS treatments
A contemporary dining pavilion and café, creating welcoming spaces for patients and visitors
Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient programs across a wide range of mental health services
State of the art wellness centre
Set on 25 acres of landscaped gardens offering a tranquil and therapeutic environment.
More information, including a facility tour, available on our website Richmond Hospital.
The Position
Provides individualised and group clinical care based on professional training reflecting current ethical clinical practice as required.
Provides comprehensive assessment and care planning monitoring client progress adjusting treatment accordingly.
Evaluates clinical outcomes and participates in research activities as required.
Liaise with all staff to promote effective communication including verbal and written feedback to referring Doctor.
Familiar and complies with legal, ethical responsibilities to patients, visitors and staff.
Maintains confidentiality and an appropriate professional relationship with staff and patients.
You will hold a tertiary qualification of Psychology with registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, with experience/ability to provide group programs and individual therapy to child, adolescent and adult patients/clients presenting with a myriad of concerns.
To be successful, you will possess high-level written and oral communication skills, have the ability to undertake quality improvement activities, and be knowledgeable of research and evidence-based practice methodologies.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
Salary (grade 1 to 2): $79,551 to $118,246 per annum, plus 12% Superannuation
Permanent full-time, working 38 hours per week
Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
Novated leasing
work related expenses
self-education and
additional superannuation
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
For enquiries contact Amanda LeRoy, Psychologist on (02) 4570 6167.
If suitable applicants are identified the advertisement may close prior to listed date and screening/interviews may commence throughout the advertising process.
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.
All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.