This is for a permanent/fixed-term part time appointment, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.We currently have 0.2FTE available for appointment..Currently we are seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist to work as part of an Older Adult Community Mental Health multidisciplinary team at Fremantle Hospital. Within an interdisciplinary and professional team context, the Senior Clinical Psychologist provides clinical psychology services requiring a high level of knowledge, experience and competence as part of the Older Adult Mental Health Service.As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, you will ensure practice is in accordance with laws and ethical standards governing Psychology practice as per the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA), and South Metropolitan Health Service Policies and guidelines.Fremantle Hospital (FH) is a 300-bed specialist hospital focused on providing high-quality aged care, mental health, secondary rehabilitation, planned surgeries and medical services.Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! SMHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.This is where jobs become careers, passion finds its purpose, and your voice finds its place. Are you ready to dive headfirst into the community taking excellent health care where it's needed? Then South Metropolitan Health Service is the perfect place toWant to know more? We encourage you to contact Sian Jeffery at or 08 9431 3741.If you are ready to partner with us see the application instructions below:Your application should include: * Written statement addressing the Essential Selection Criteria as in the attached job description form in no more than 3 pages.
Provide a curriculum vitae which outlines your qualifications and experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Employee BenefitsOur employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
Flexible working arrangements
Flexible leave arrangements
Other professional and location-based allowances
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.EligibilityAre you eligible? To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
