Clinical Psychologist/Educational Developmental Psychologist/Neuropsychologist - Sydney, NSW

Autism Spectrum Australia

Chatswood, NSW 


Diverse Learning / Special Needs

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 5 March 2021


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<div class='container'> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Join a specialist autism assessment team</strong></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Develop your early identification and assessment skills</strong></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Maximum term 12 month contracts, parental leave cover -&nbsp;possibility for continued employment may be available</strong></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Full time roles however part time, 3 days per week, may be considered</strong></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Competitive salary package based on relevant experience</strong></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Excellent tax effective PBI salary packaging benefits</strong></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Based in&nbsp;Frenchs Forest and Baulkham Hills, NSW</strong></span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Aspect is committed to providing an autism friendly workplace and supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce. It is through this commitment that we encourage and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply.</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>About the role: </strong>You will&nbsp;work within a team of psychologists to conduct evidence-based gold standard assessment services across the age range with individuals referred for autism and review assessments and to support families with information regarding intervention options and support services.&nbsp;<a href="https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ASPECT1247/assets/15205631">To view the full position profile, please click&nbsp;here.</a>&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Aspect Assessments:&nbsp;</strong>The team, based in Frenchs Forest and Baulkham Hills, provide comprehensive assessments for autism across the lifespan. The team also has a strong focus on building collaborative relationships with other key providers to enable early access and intervention and to facilitate improved child and family outcomes.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Provide evidence-based diagnostic assessment services including comprehensive written reports</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Provide consultancy and supervision services in relation to autism assessment to other organizations and service providers</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Maintain records on Aspect's client database</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Assist in the development and implementation of Aspect's research activities</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Participate in ongoing internal and external&nbsp;professional development</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Skills, experience and qualifications:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Masters in Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology or Educational/Developmental Psychology</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Fully registered with AHPRA</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Completion, near completion or willingness to complete a two year registrar program in clinical, educational/developmental or neuropsychology</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience in the assessment and/or treatment of children with developmental disability will be highly regarded</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Training in either the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule or the Autism Diagnostic Interview will be highly regarded</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work independently and as part of a team</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Current valid&nbsp;driver&rsquo;s licence and use of own vehicle for business purposes</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance for paid employment</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">NSW Working With Children Check for paid employment</span>&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Completion of the mandatory NDIS Worker Orientation Module &lsquo;Quality, Safety and You&rsquo; is also required.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/support-for-workers/training-course">If you have not already completed the module, click here to access it.</a> You may be required to provide an International Police Check clearance.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What we offer:</strong>&nbsp; A competitive package&nbsp;will be based on relevant qualifications and experience. As a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI), Aspect employees receive tax-effective salary packaging opportunities including $15,899 each year tax free, increasing the value of your take-home pay. <a href="https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ASPECT557/assets/12040017"><span style="font-size: small;">Click here for a </span><span style="font-size: small;">summary</span><span style="font-size: small;"> of some of the benefits you can access when working at Aspect.</span></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>To apply: </strong>Please include your resume and complete the candidate questionnaire as part of Aspect's online recruitment process. Cover letter is optional.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Enquiries should be directed to: </strong>Fiona Aldridge,&nbsp;Manager, Aspect Assessments on&nbsp;02 8977 8316 or&nbsp;0466 427 520.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>More information about Aspect: </strong><a href="http://www.autismspectrum.org.au/">www.autismspectrum.org.au</a><strong>.</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is committed to providing an environment free from abuse, neglect and exploitation of the people we support.</em></strong></span></p> <div id='apply-now-button'>Apply Now</div> </div>
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