About us...

Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 25 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. In 2021 - 2022 we provided services to 39,002 people, including over 23,000 children.

Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.

About the job...

We are seeking a Part-time or Full-time Psychologist to join our caring, compassionate and friendly Specialist Disability Support in Schools service (SDSS) team until 31 December 2024 with possibility for extension. The successful applicant can choose to take the position as either Full-Time or Part-Time. This position is based in North Coast/North Brisbane schools.

Extension of employment contract beyond this date is subject to the continued successful government funding of the program.

This role operates under the North Coast Specialist Disability Support in Schools (SDSS) program, a team that is part of Therapy and Education Services. The Psychologist works closely with school communities to enhance access, participation, and achievement for students through evidence-based psychological assessment, intervention and consultations with schools and key stakeholders to achieve key educational outcomes for students.

Providing outstanding therapeutic service to students, school personnel and care team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a client caseload as negotiated with the Program Coordinator SDSS program.
• Identify and work toward client goals and achieve successful case outcomes for clients.
• Attend stakeholder meetings for the benefit of clients and develop case plans.

About you...

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (psychology).
• Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
• At least two years experience working with children, young people and their families or at least two years experience working in similar roles.
• Experience providing individual and group therapy to children, young people and their families.
• Understanding of the impacts of trauma on child and family functioning.
• Knowledge of current trauma treatment trends and child protection legislation and policy reforms.
• High level of cultural awareness and experience working with families from different backgrounds, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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About the pay...

• Position is classified Level 6 under the SCHCADS award.
• Salary range is $96,970 - $101,251 plus superannuation (pro-rata for part-time).
• In addition, as a registered Not for Profit/Charity, we offer excellent salary packaging options through RemServ which can significantly increase your take home pay.

About the benefits...

• Winner Employer of Choice 2019 (100-499 employees) and categories (1) Health & Wellbeing (2) Leadership (3) Work-Life Balance.
• Strong values-based organisation: Professional, Ethical, Team, Caring, Courageous, Collaborative.
• Excellent professional development options including annual professional development fund opportunities.
• Paid parental leave, study, and exam assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program including Health & Well-being Portal for you and your family.
• Friendly and flexible work environment to support work/life balance.

Other Requirements….

• Eligibility for a positive Working with Children Check in the applicable state of employment in Australia or exemption based on professional qualifications and registration.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Applicants must be eligible to legally work in Australia and proof of eligibility may be requested.
• Fully vaccinated with the prescribed doses of an approved vaccine against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption

About applying...

• Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your application as soon as possible
• Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application.
• For more information about the role, contact Carina Falconieri on 0429 343 270 or [email protected] using the subject line: Psychologist - North Brisbane enquiry via EthicalJobs.

With over 30% of our employees identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, we encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

A position description is attached.