Academic Sessional Supervisor Psychology
Job Summary
About VU:
At VU we aim to be one of the leading impact universities in the world. VU is an impactdriven university committed to equity excellence and opportunity. Based in Melbournes west and connected globally we put students first through the VU Block Model dualsector pathways and strong industry partnerships. We are a valuesled inclusive workplace where diverse talent is supported to make a real difference.
About the Team:
The Victoria University Psychology Clinic delivers highquality psychological therapy and assessment services to clients across the lifespan. The Clinic plays a central role in training postgraduate students in the Master of Clinical Psychology and Master of Professional Psychology programs. The team consists of experienced clinicians and supervisors committed to supporting student development client wellbeing and evidencebased practice.
About the Role:
As an Academic Sessional Supervisor you will provide highquality clinical supervision to provisional psychologists completing placements within the Clinic. You will guide students through therapeutic work case formulation intervention planning and cognitive and educational assessments. Supervision is aligned with AHPRA guidelines and may be delivered in-person or online. This role offers the opportunity to shape the next generation of psychologists while contributing to a supportive and collaborative clinical training environment.
Position Key Duties:
- Provide individual supervision to provisional psychologists with a particular focus on cognitive assessment.
- Guide supervisees in conducting scoring interpreting and reporting on cognitive and educational assessments (e.g. WISC-V WAIS-5 WRAT-5). Rating scales and questionnaires such as theBASC-3 CBCL Conners-4 CAARS2 ASRS SRS-2 Vineland-3 and ABAS-3 may be included as part of an assessment alongside a WISC-V WAIS-5 and/or WRAT5 but arenot offered as a standalone assessment.
- Support the development of clinical reasoning ethical practice and professional identity.
- Maintain documentation in line with AHPRA standards.
Position Details:
- Classification:Academic Sessional
- Salary (Hourly): Rates of pay vary by activity. The key activities for Academic Sessional Supervisors are: Psychology Supervision - ASPS $161.12 and Other Activities: Meetings - ASMOA $53.71.
- Employment Type:Sessional
- Hours per Week:As required.
Location:Sessions are conducted online/remotely.
About You:
You are an experienced psychologist with a passion for developing emerging practitioners.
You bring:
- Current general registration with AHPRA.
- Endorsement in Clinical Educational & Developmental or Neuropsychology preferred.
- Board Approved Supervisor status.
- Demonstrated competence in cognitive assessment across the lifespan including administering and interpreting cognitive and educational assessment tools (WISC-V WAIS-5 WRAT-5) including rating scales and questionnaires (such as BASC-3 CBCL Conners-4 CAARS2 ASRS SRS-2 Vineland-3 and ABAS) and current use of such tools in your practice.
- Demonstrated ability to support students to develop confidence and accuracy in test administration and scoring.
- Strong interpersonal skills reflective practice and a collaborative supervision style.
- Commitment to ethical practice and highquality client care.
You will thrive in this role if you enjoy mentoring value lifelong learning and are motivated to contribute to the growth and confidence of new psychologists entering the profession.
Please note:The University is a Child Safe willbe requiredto hold a current Employee - Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior tocommencingemployment.
Who to Contact
For further information relating to the position please contact:
Name:Dr Bruce Walmsley
Email:
How to Apply:
To submit your application please click on the Apply button.
Applications must be submitted as asingle documentcomprising:
- A cover letter
- Your curriculum vitae/resume
- Evidence of applicable qualificationslicencesand registration.
Applications will closeSunday 19 July at11:59pm.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia.
Why Join VU:
VU provides competitive salaries excellent superannuation and a variety of benefits. University fosters an environment where staff can excel achieve their goals and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity inclusion and family-friendly policies VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information please visitourCareers at VU Webpage
Our Commitment:
Victoria University is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and socially responsible community. We honour our deep diversity by respecting First Nations perspectives and embedding sustainable approaches to Protecting Country while championing progressive inclusivity for allembracing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples people with disability culturally and racially marginalised communities LGBTQIA individuals and people of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. As aWGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality we strive to create a place where everyone feels they belong and we ensure a positive barrierfree recruitment experience by providing adjustments and accessible formats upon request at or (03).
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