Psychologist - Western Sydney

On Offer:

• Excellent Remuneration - $87,000 - $100,000 + Super + Benefits 
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career progression
• Sponsorship considered for the right candidate 

The Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced Psychologist to join their Western Sydney team on a permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to support children and young people in various environments, including their homes, early childhood settings, schools, and within the community.

Duties included:

• Collaborate closely with children, young people, and their families to set goals, develop effective strategies, and provide ongoing support throughout their journey.
• Empower clients and families by fostering skill development in managing anxiety, emotional regulation, inclusion and participation in school, self-esteem, and independence.
• Work with a diverse caseload alongside an experienced team of allied health professionals and behavior support practitioners, including speech pathologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and behavior clinicians.
• Provide evidence-based interventions and supports that are neuroaffirming, trauma-informed, and strengths-based.
• Offer invaluable support to families through the keyworker model of practice and parent coaching.
• Utilize telehealth platforms to engage with families online for assessment and intervention.
• Lead group programs such as Secret Agent Society and Cool, Calm, and Connected, enhancing the well-being of multiple families simultaneously.

Essential Criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology or a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to work with children and young people with disabilities within person/family-centered approaches.
• Experience in functional behavior assessment and the design and implementation of behavior support plans and interventions.
• Knowledge and practical experience in the implementation of Positive Behavior Support principles.
• Ability to work sensitively and empathically with families from diverse cultural backgrounds and complex needs.
• Proficiency in IT, specifically Microsoft Office.
• A valid Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) Clearance.
• A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC) Clearance.
• Fully vaccinated for the Covid-19 Virus or accepted medical exemption certificate.
• Successful pre-employment police check.
• Current driver’s license and use of own car.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Dervla McBreen on 0452583374 or send a copy of your resume to : Dervla.mcbreen@Curamoir-hr.com.au