For all people in Australia living with mental health and wellbeing challenges to live a life that is meaningful to them.
Classification:Health Professional Level 1 AQF 7,8,9with a salary range of$75,127 - $91,251per annum (pro rata)+ Superannuation
Salary packaging arrangements providing tax benefits for living and entertainment benefits, increasing take home pay
Location: Women's Health and Wellbeing Service, Townsville QLD
About your new role
The Provisional Psychologist provides high quality, person-centred care as part of a transdisciplinary team, supporting consumer wellbeing, safety and positive health outcomes across community and/or clinical settings.
Working within the conditions of provisional registration, their approved pathway to general registration, demonstrated competence, supervision arrangements and their authorised scope of practice, the Provisional Psychologist undertakes psychological assessment, formulation, shared care planning and evidence-informed interventions relevant to the program.
The responsibilities, activities and level of autonomy assigned to the role mustbe appropriate to the individual's stage of training and authorised through relevant supervision and organisational processes.
Practice is undertaken under supervision and in accordance with the requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia, AHPRA, Neami policies and program requirements.
The role contributes to service quality, safety and continuous improvement, participates actively in supervision and professional development, and works collaboratively with consumers, families, carers, chosen supports, colleagues and relevant service partners.
The terms and conditions of the role are listed in theposition description which canbe found on the Neami Job Vacancy portal (please select the paperclip icon in the top right-hand corner).
About Neami National
We're Neami.
We're big believers in everyone having the opportunity to live a full life.
We support people to achieve wellbeing and mental health outcomes that matter to them.
We provide services across Australia for mental health and wellbeing, housing and homelessness and suicide prevention.
For some people, this means having a stronger sense of self.
For others,



it may mean nurturing relationships or building the confidence to tackle tomorrow.
We support people to improve their quality of life in a way that suits them.
We're proud to support 34,000+ people living with mental health challenges each year across Australia and offer services over 40 different Indigenous lands.
Further information about Neami National and the Organisations Values
/
What will Neami offer
Generous leave entitlements including Wellness leave and Parental leave (pro rata)
Access to paid study leaveand discipline‐specific paid external supervision
17.5% Annual Leave Loading
Flexible work arrangements areavailable for maintaining your work‐life balance
Professional development through regular practice development sessions and coaching with your supervisor
Ongoing extensive in‐house Learning and Development programs to encourage learning and skill-building
Fitness Passport membership to support your health and wellbeing (available in most States/Territories and subject to minimum working hours and/or length of service)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS-providingholistic health and wellness supports and resources to Neami staff and their immediate family
What you will bring to the role
Completion of an accredited qualification in psychology, or equivalent qualification recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia, that supports eligibility for provisional registration.
Current provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia before commencing psychological practice in the role and maintained while undertaking psychological practice in the role.
Current participation in an approved pathway to general registration, such as an accredited postgraduate or higher degree pathway, a Board-approved 5+1 internship pathway, or another applicable Board-approved or transitional pathway,



with arrangements that permit the proposed employment and supervised practice.
An approved supervision arrangement with a Psychology Board of Australia-approved supervisor, maintained in accordance with the requirements of the applicable pathway to general registration.
Knowledge of the professional, ethical and legal obligations applying to provisional psychologists, including the Psychology Board of Australia registration standards, Code of Conduct and applicable guidelines and policies.
Demonstrated foundational capability in psychological assessment, formulation and evidence-informed intervention appropriate to level of training and demonstrated competence.
Ability to establish therapeutic relationships, maintain qualified boundaries and work effectively with people experiencing distress or crisis.
Ability to work collaboratively in a transdisciplinary team and engage effectively with consumers, families, carers and external service providers.
Ability to use supervision constructively, reflect critically on practice, respond to feedback and recognise when consultation, escalation or referral is required.
Ability to manage competing demands, maintain accurate documentation and communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice.
What the role requires
Nationally CoordinatedCriminal History Check (police check) – disclosable outcomes considered
Current Working with Children Check–required before commencement of work
A valid driver's licence
Applications Close: Sunday 15 November ****
Be Yourself-Neami values and celebrates diversity including multidisciplinary teams and the unique backgrounds, experiencesand contributions that each person brings to our community.
First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.
Our aim is to create a workforce that is accessible, inclusive and reflects the community in which we live.
Neami is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
We commit to providing accessible and safe physical and online environments for all children and young people.
Click Here for full statement.
#J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Provisional Psychologist (Townsville)
🏢 Neami National
📍 Townsville