Clinical Psychologist
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Job Summary
Clinical Psychologist
Full-time or Part-time $7076 per hour
Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health & Community Services Narrabundah ACT
Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health & Community Services (Winnunga AHCS) is Canberras only Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service providing culturally safe and holistic healthcare to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the ACT and surrounding regions. We work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team that includes GPs nurses allied health professionals and social health workers to deliver comprehensive community-focused healthcare.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Psychologist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who is committed to providing culturally appropriate psychological services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients helping them navigate mental health challenges and improve their overall well-being.
In this role you will provide high-quality psychological assessment diagnosis and evidence-based therapy as well as collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct psychological assessments diagnoses and treatment plans for individual clients
Provide individual and group therapy applying culturally safe and trauma-informed practices
Work with clients to address mental health issues such as anxiety depression trauma and substance use
Collaborate with GPs allied health professionals and other service providers to ensure holistic care
Offer culturally safe mental health support and resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients
Contribute to mental health promotion and community outreach initiatives
Participate in case conferences care plans and other collaborative meetings
Provide professional supervision and guidance to junior staff as needed
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
A Masters or Doctoral qualification in Clinical Psychology
Full registration as a Clinical Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Experience providing psychological services in a community or healthcare setting
Understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and ways of working
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and experience working with clients who have experienced significant adversity
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with clients colleagues and stakeholders
A current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration (or willingness to obtain)
A valid drivers licence
Why Join Us
Work in a supportive inclusive and culturally safe environment
Opportunity to make a real difference in the mental health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Competitive hourly rate of $7076 per hour
Access to salary packaging options (which increases your take-home pay)
Access to professional development and training opportunities
A close-knit team that values collaboration respect and cultural safety
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about improving the mental health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities we would love to hear from you. Come and join our team! If you have any queries please email Vandana at
To apply please provide your CV through the link as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they come in.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Presentation Skills
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Data Collection
- Intake Experience
- Primary Care Experience
- Autism Experience
- Research Experience
- Mental Health Counseling
- Psychotherapy
- PTSD Care
- Addiction Counseling
