Summary

• Work within a values driven, progressive organisation
• Full Time opportunity with flexible work arrangements
• Maximum term contract until December 2025, with the possibility of extension

About the Opportunity

The Living Learning Psychologist (West) works closely with the LL team to provide a wide range of supports young people experiencing mental health conditions and dis-engagement from education, with a focus on the Western Metropolitan area. The role forms part of a multi-disciplinary allied health team, including Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and various consultant providers. The  Psychologist works with students who are experiencing mental health conditions to develop and undertake mental health improvement plans, and secondary consultation with a range of stakeholders. This role is performed both in the school setting at Hester Hornbrook Academy and in various off campus environments, including in the community, hospitals, and in student’s homes.

About you

We are looking for someone who can:

• Can work alongside educators, allied health workers and youth workers to deliver mental health support to students
• Is excited about working in a multi-disciplinary team to find innovative new ways of working.
• Demonstrated experience in providing clinical support to young people and families, particularly those who have experienced trauma and adversity.
• Assess student needs and formulate relevant treatment plans.
• Assist with the develop of NDIS applications.

Benefits of working with MCM include:

• Diverse and inclusive organisation
• Attractive Salary Packaging benefits
• Supportive learning and development environment
• Culture of continuous improvement

Essential:

• A tertiary qualification in Psychology
• Registration with or eligible for membership with professional body
• Experience and demonstrable knowledge in the delivery of services with young people, following best practice guidelines
• Working experience and knowledge in typical and atypical adolescent development and strategies to facilitate adolescent development within a range of settings

Screening Criteria:

• National Police check
• Working with Children check
• Valid Victorian Drivers license
• Right to Work in Australia

Applications may close before the deadline of 10 January 2025, so please apply early. Please include your current resume and cover letter.
Please review the position description to understand more about the role and responsibilities. For assistance with your application please email: [email protected] using the subject line: Psychologist enquiry.

About MCM

MCM is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to safety. MCM embraces differences because we know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain talented people.

We are a leading not-for profit-for-purpose organisation that offer a broad range of services in Early Years, Disability, Homelessness, Palliative Care and Education.

Our commitment to Safety

MCM is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero-tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability. All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.

Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity of Access

At MCM we embrace our differences because we know that diversity helps us to innovate and make the biggest impact possible. Our DEI Strategy supports and drives an inclusive workplace culture. We embrace the learning opportunities that come with authentic commitment to equity of access for all. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

A position description is attached.