Far West Local Health District (View other jobs from this organisation)
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Senior Clinical Psychologist
This position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part time), under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.
Packages may consist of family and compassionate travel assistance, an upfront Rural Recruitment Cash Bonus upon appointment, contributions to professional development, utility reimbursements and study assistance, in addition to relocation benefits and accommodation assistance.
To recognise ongoing service in this role, once the successful candidate has served a qualifying period, they will become entitled to a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (as taxable income).
For more information, please discuss incentive options with the contact person for this role.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Senior Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $134,432 - $142,133 + Super
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ454016
Location: Buronga NSW (Mildura)
New Year, New Role, New Opportunity
About the Far West LHD
The Far West Local Health District is 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.
Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton (Buronga), Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.
In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, collaborative, solutions and forward-thinking Senior Clinical Psychologist to join our dynamic team. In this role, your ability to work autonomously or closely with the greater team will be pivotal to your success, in supporting our diverse communities (Wentworth, Dareton, Buronga, Balranald shires).
As part of a multidisciplinary Community Mental Health Drug and alcohol Service, you will provide both face to face and virtual mental health services to our community including carrying a clinical case load appropriate to the needs of the service.
What we offer you
About Buronga / Mildura
On the NSW side of the Murray River, Buronga is a beautiful rural town, just 10km from Mildura Victoria, many of our staff live in the booming regional hub of Mildura and travel the short 10 minutes to work. Mildura has a population of over 50,000 and growing with all the facilities of a regional city, yet is uniquely positioned in the scenic, Sunraysia region, famous for its sunshine, and horticulture including grapes and oranges. While Mildura thrives as its own destination, it is also a great base for touring many iconic natural wonders and picturesque locations nearby including the world renowned Mungo National Park!
How to Apply
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For role related queries or questions contact Angela Harvey on Angela.Harvey@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 9th February 2024
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Far West Local Health District is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait backgrounds and LGBTQI+ communities to apply for positions.