At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging group therapy sessions for young adults and adolescents in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join Ramsay Health Care, Australia's largest private hospital operator.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, career growth, discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Be part of a values-led workplace with a focus on personal and professional support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Psychologist with experience in group facilitation.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Permanent Part-Time | Up to 32hrs per fortnight
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Psychologist and/or Group Facilitator to lead our inpatient group therapy program delivered on our young adult and adolescent unit located within the hospital. This role is ideal for someone who brings emotional steadiness, strong interpersonal skills, and a deep commitment to creating safe, inclusive spaces where participants feel respected, empowered, and understood.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate engaging structured group sessions using trauma-informed principles to inpatients under the age of 25 who are admitted to the young adult and adolescent unit
- Participate in the multi-disciplinary team
- Create a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for all participants
- Guide discussions, activities, and reflections with sensitivity and clarity
- Monitor group dynamics and respond to emotional or behavioural shifts appropriately
- Use grounding, regulation, and de-escalation techniques when needed
- Maintain professional boundaries and uphold confidentiality
- Collaborate with the team to plan sessions, review participant needs, and ensure program quality
- Document attendance, observations, and relevant session notes in line with organisational policies
Skills and Experience
- Must hold a current APHRA as a Psychologist or equivalent other. This role is not open to provisional psychologists
- Experience facilitating groups to young people in community, mental health, education, or related settings
- Experience in the inpatient private healthcare setting is desirable
- Experience working alongside young people
- Training or demonstrated knowledge in trauma-informed practice
- Flexible, reliable and team orientated
- Experience group facilitating, particularly in DBT
- Solid understanding of trauma impacts and trauma-informed practice
- Sound ethical judgment and ability to prioritise safety and safety plan with patients if required
Employee Benefits
- Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
- Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
- Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
- Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
- Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
Why Join Ramsay
At Ramsay Health Care, "people caring for people" is at the heart of everything we do. We are:
- Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
- A values-led workplace where you'll be supported personally and professionally
- A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
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Ramsay Health Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its staff. With a strong commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment, employees benefit from flexible rostering, career development programs, and access to comprehensive wellbeing support. Located within a leading private hospital, this role offers the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people while being part of a values-driven team dedicated to 'people caring for people'.
