An exciting opportunity exists for a highly self-motivated Psychologist to join Student Support Services (SSS) working in the Department of Education (DE) Inner East Area. SSS Psychologists work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support students, families, teachers and schools. You will utilise current evidence based high quality programs and strategies to be able to influence and build the capability of teachers and schools to support the wellbeing of their students and work collaboratively with other professionals in respect to complex cases. Flexibility, the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and the capability to work autonomously when required are key requirements for this position. 

This position is based within the Student Support Services Inner East Team, North East Victoria Region, Glen Waverley offices.

The position is FTE 0.6, ongoing.

SSS comprise a range of Allied Health professionals, including psychologists, speech pathologists and social workers.

As part of an area-based Health Wellbeing and Inclusion Workforce (HWIW), you will work collaboratively to help build the capability of schools to support student achievement, engagement and wellbeing. You will support schools to address the barriers that impact on student's access, preparation, and progress towards achievement of their educational goals and developmental potential.

You will have access to a broad range of benefits including:

• flexible working arrangements
• professional development and learning opportunities
• embedded Professional Supervision Framework.
• supportive team environment.
• a competitive salary with salary progression
• a range of salary packaging options
• generous leave entitlements, including purchasing additional leave
• access to fleet cars (subject to availability)
• a laptop, phone and, where required for the role, an iPad
• access to an extensive assessment and therapy resource library

Required: A graduate or post-graduate degree in Psychology and Full registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency (AHPRA)and possess a current Australian Drivers' Licence and Working with Children Check.

For more details, please see the attached Position Description. 

Contact: Rose Stewart 0433 736 384 

Applications close Thursday 5 December 2024. 

When applying for this position please ensure you submit your response to the Key Selection Criteria along with your resume. 

For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptions.

The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.