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Listed By : Rise Up Psychological Services on 4 Apr 2024 We are seeking to expand our team and looking for a childand family psychologist. Rise Up Psychological Services is a growing psychologypractice located in Bardwell Park, NSW. Our newly renovated office is designedto be child-friendly, reflecting our dedication to creating a comfortableenvironment for our clients. Our offerings include general and specialisedservices for children, adolescents, parents/carers, facing variouspsychological challenges. From psychological assessments to therapy, training,peer and organisational consultations, we cater to a broad spectrum of needs. Our approach is focused on children and families, itintegrates trauma awareness, embraces neurodiversity, relies on evidence-basedpractices while fostering the development of strong relationships. Our corevalues of respect, choice, collaboration, openness, inclusion, safety,empowerment, and trustworthiness underpin and guide the work we do. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Demonstratepassion and commitment to providing support to children, adolescents,their parents or carers, addressing a spectrum of concerns such asanxiety, depression, grief, trauma-related issues, neurodiversity,emotional regulation difficulties, behavioural challenges, socialchallenges, attachment issues, and parent-child relationship issues. Demonstratedknowledge and skills in providing best practice evidence-basedpsychological interventions for a diverse range of mental health andneurodivergent challenges with a focus on delivering high-quality care. Well-developedpsychometric skills including the ability to administer and interpretcognitive, emotional, behavioural, mental health, academic, personality,and neurodevelopmental psychometric assessments. Strongdiagnostic and case formulation skills in relation to psychological,developmental, behavioural and neurodevelopmental disorders. Well-developedknowledge and demonstrated clinical experience in the provision oftrauma-informed practices and their application in working with vulnerablechildren, adolescents, and their carers. Demonstratedhighly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills,including the ability to write high-quality letters and clinical/forensicreports. A demonstratedcompetence and confidence in managing ethical issues relating to workingwith separated parents, confidentiality limits when working with youth,child protection matters and risk of significant harm. Strongadministrative, time-management, and organisational abilities, includingthe ability to prioritise tasks and competing demands. Skill inestablishing professional networks and fostering partnerships with localagencies and businesses. A commitment toreceiving peer consultation and professional development. Able to workindependently but also be a collaborative team member. Knowledge andcommitment to providing neurodiversity-affirming clinical care. Willing to be trained or have theknowledge and experience in: The Cool Kids Child and Adolescent Anxiety Program   DeliveringCircle of Security or PCIT therapy. ADOS/ADI-R Delivering theZones of Regulation/Superflex programs. Providingtrauma informed therapy to children and adolescents Forensicreports within a child protection/family court context. Provision offamily therapy  Qualifications: Full Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA. PreferredEndorsement as a Clinical/ Forensic/Educational and Developmental Psychologistor Registrar We are seeking to expand our team and looking for a childand family psychologist. Rise Up Psychological Services is a growing psychologypractice located in Bardwell Park, NSW. Our newly renovated office is designedto be child-friendly, reflecting our dedication to creating a comfortableenvironment for our clients. Our offerings include general and specialisedservices for children, adolescents, parents/carers, facing variouspsychological challenges. From psychological assessments to therapy, training,peer and organisational consultations, we cater to a broad spectrum of needs. Our approach is focused on children and families, itintegrates trauma awareness, embraces neurodiversity, relies on evidence-basedpractices while fostering the development of strong relationships. Our corevalues of respect, choice, collaboration, openness, inclusion, safety,empowerment, and trustworthiness underpin and guide the work we do. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Demonstratepassion and commitment to providing support to children, adolescents,their parents or carers, addressing a spectrum of concerns such asanxiety, depression, grief, trauma-related issues, neurodiversity,emotional regulation difficulties, behavioural challenges, socialchallenges, attachment issues, and parent-child relationship issues. Demonstratedknowledge and skills in providing best practice evidence-basedpsychological interventions for a diverse range of mental health andneurodivergent challenges with a focus on delivering high-quality care. Well-developedpsychometric skills including the ability to administer and interpretcognitive, emotional, behavioural, mental health, academic, personality,and neurodevelopmental psychometric assessments. Strongdiagnostic and case formulation skills in relation to psychological,developmental, behavioural and neurodevelopmental disorders. Well-developedknowledge and demonstrated clinical experience in the provision oftrauma-informed practices and their application in working with vulnerablechildren, adolescents, and their carers. Demonstratedhighly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills,including the ability to write high-quality letters and clinical/forensicreports. A demonstratedcompetence and confidence in managing ethical issues relating to workingwith separated parents, confidentiality limits when working with youth,child protection matters and risk of significant harm. Strongadministrative, time-management, and organisational abilities, includingthe ability to prioritise tasks and competing demands. Skill inestablishing professional networks and fostering partnerships with localagencies and businesses. A commitment toreceiving peer consultation and professional development. Able to workindependently but also be a collaborative team member. Knowledge andcommitment to providing neurodiversity-affirming clinical care. Willing to be trained or have theknowledge and experience in: The Cool Kids Child and Adolescent Anxiety Program   DeliveringCircle of Security or PCIT therapy. ADOS/ADI-R Delivering theZones of Regulation/Superflex programs. Providingtrauma informed therapy to children and adolescents Forensicreports within a child protection/family court context. Provision offamily therapy  Qualifications: Full Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA. PreferredEndorsement as a Clinical/ Forensic/Educational and Developmental Psychologistor Registrar What We Offer: Referrals are provided. Flexible part-time hours and days are available to suityour schedule. We understand and are flexible in navigating the challenges thatarise from balancing work and family responsibilities.   An enjoyableand supportive work environment with professional admin support. We alsohave strong connections with neighbouring allied paediatric healthprofessionals and legal practitioners. Access toclinical resources and psychometric tools. Each consultingroom features ample natural light from expansive windows, airconditioning, and sound masking equipment. Remote accessto practice management software for all your letter/ report writing andclient communication needs. Mentorship andsupervision support, access to professional development opportunities. Paidsuperannuation. Convenientlocation to Bardwell Park railway station and shops with plenty of streetparking available near the practice. We are asupportive and friendly team We areaccommodating in offering days and hours to suit your needs.   We prefer tosuit the referral to the psychologist's area of interest and specialty We are dedicated to prioritising the well-being andsafety of both our staff and clients. We maintain a strict zero-tolerancepolicy towards workplace bullying, child maltreatment, and any form ofdisrespect. We are committed to the ethos of beingscientist-practitioners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care whileoperating within our professional expertise. Contact Details For a confidential discussion or to apply for this exciting opportunity, contact Maria Fillipou, Clinical Director, on or email your CV and cover letter to (email protected) Website: www.rupsychology.com.au #J-18808-Ljbffr