Psychologist
Job No:
19691
Location:
Emerald, QLD
About the Organisation
The Divisions of General Practice are local networks of GPs formed with the aim of enhancing General Practice and improving health outcomes for patients. The Divisions aim to improve health care by increasing interaction among General Practitioners and encouraging their collective contribution to the development of health policy, and to improve the quality and access of health service delivery. Divisions provide the focal point for communication between GPs, the Community and other Health Providers.
This liaison minimises professional isolation for GPs and ensures better integration of General Practice with other areas of the health care system. It assists GPs to provide quality, flexible services, addressing the current health needs of all community groups. Divisions also provide access to GP education programs.
The Central Queensland Rural Division of General Practice (CQRDGP) is funded by the Divisions and Projects Grants Program of the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing on a population basis and services Moranbah in the North to Theodore in the South and West to the Gemfields. This covers an area of 163,919 square kilometres, servicing a population of 65,000. The Division has a membership of 46 General Practitioners.
About Emerald
The Emerald Shire is a modern and comfortable place to live. The friendly and hard working community of approximately 13,200 people enjoy a lifestyle that is rich with social, recreational, community and sporting activities.
A 3 hour drive from Rockhampton, the Emerald Shire spans 10,000km² and is well serviced by established transport networks including road, rail and air infrastructure. Modern communications and energy infrastructure are also established in the shire, through private and public domains.
The region has a diverse industry base including coal mining, grazing, agriculture (grain and cotton), horticulture (grapes and citrus) and gem fossicking. This diversity of activities and production in the shire ensures its economic strength and ongoing expansion. Emerald offers investment opportunities that are unmatched in many other rural areas.
About the Opportunity
The Central Queensland Rural Division of General Practice (CQRDGP) has an exciting opportunity for a Psychologist to join their Allied Health team in Emerald.
This role will provide an enthusiastic professional with the opportunity to establish a unique role across the communities within the region, in addition to the opportunity for limited private practice.
Reporting to the Allied Health Team Leader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of clinical services as well as developing and maintaining relationships with various stakeholders within the region.
More specifically, some of your duties will include:
- Helping people to better health and well being;
- Participating in the organisation and provision of specialised services within designated health facilities;
- Participating as an active team member in a number of health teams in rural areas;
- Enhancing the sustainability of the Psychology service by providing access to private services in addition to the funded service provision; and
- Providing services as defined within the program/s and maintaining an up-to-date work plan.
To be successful in this role you will require a relevant tertiary degree in Psychology and hold current registration with the Psychologists Board of Queensland, and a current Queensland driver's licence.
You will have be team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work with a diverse range of people.
A knowledge of therapeutic intervention strategies, focused Psychological strategies and skills in case management, assessment and counselling would be highly regarded.
You will enjoy working closely with the local community, in addition to the opportunity for limited private practice. As travel will be required, which may include long distances and overnight stays, you will be provided with a company vehicle and phone (for traveling to outreach areas).
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will enjoy an attractive salary circa $55,800-$77,200 (commensurate with skills and experience) plus salary sacrifice options to significantly increase your take-home pay!
In addition, you will receive a range of fantastic benefits including:
- Three weeks accommodation allowance to assist your move to Emerald;
- Professional development allowance;
- Flexible working environment;
- Time off in Lieu;
- Training allowance of $1000 a year; and
- Private practice arrangement.
If you're ready for an exciting new challenge and would like the opportunity to make a real difference in the community, Apply Now!