Temporary part time prospect to help design, guide and implement the peer-support arm of this program by providing trauma-informed care and therapeutic support to peer supporters and support recipients. This role will involve supervision, mentoring, resource development and program evaluation.

About the role

Temporary part time opportunity to contribute to a new, consumer-driven, peer-support network through the RBWH Trauma Service. The Major Injury Survivor and Support Community (MISC+) is a trial program designed to support survivors of major injury and their carers and family during the recovery journey.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

Support the delivery and growth of an innovative peer-support program, making a meaningful difference in the lives of major injury survivors.

Provide trauma-informed emotional support, mentoring and clinical supervision to empower peer-support providers and strengthen recovery outcomes.

Develop specialist expertise in psychosocial care while creating valuable education and support resources for survivors and their families.

Collaborate with a diverse network of stakeholders, contributing strategic advice and driving integrated, person-centred support services.

Lead quality improvement and evidence-based initiatives, helping shape the future direction and sustainability of a highly impactful program.

Benefits when working for Metro North Allied Health





Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases

Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of 12.75% and access to generous salary packaging

Additional entitlements for employees (casual employees excluded) may include sick leave, carer's leave, long service leave, paid parental leave, leave without pay to travel, professional development allowance and leave

5% annual leave loading with up to 27.5% for shift workers

Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas

Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

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📌 Psychologist - Senior (Major Injury Survivors and Support Community) (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane