At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-level clinical services and leadership in forensic mental health care.
- Company: Join a supportive Hospital and Health Service family in beautiful Wide Bay.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous superannuation, professional development, and flexible work arrangements.
- Other info: Explore the Fraser Coast's natural beauty and vibrant community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in mental health while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle in stunning surroundings.
- Qualifications: Experience in forensic psychology and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
The Psychologist - Senior (Prison Mental Health) provides high level clinical services and leadership within the multidisciplinary Prison Mental Health Services (PMHS) team. The role is responsible for forensic mental health care through timely and responsive service provision required to meet the objectives of the PMHS. This includes delivering high level clinical and forensic psychology services to adult patients of the PMHS, providing professional leadership, consultation, supervision and clinical input utilising a high level of knowledge and expertise in the field of forensic mental health, contributing to the training of staff, skill development and the development and review of training, research, policy and clinical practice guidelines relevant to the provision of psychological assessment and therapeutic interventions.
Temporary Full Time (76 hours p.f.) from date of appointment until 27th February 2027 with the possibility of extension.
You will receive competitive salary between $4,912.70 - $5,286.40 p.f., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%). Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:
- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
- Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle.
The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.
Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure 'Care, connection and compassion for all'.
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