Placement Manager (Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology)
The University of Queensland St Lucia Campus- Opening Date: 25-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 29-Sep-2024
- St Lucia Campus
- Base salary will be in the range $111,154 - $124,619 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
- Participate in the selection of students into the program and ongoing evaluation of practitioner development.
- Assist with the orientation of new students into the program (e.g., assisting students to obtain probationary registration, delivery of orientation sessions, preparing Supervised Practice Plan documentation).
- Manage existing Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology placement sites, including student matching, liaison with field and sessional supervisors, evaluation, and enhancement of experience for all stakeholders.
- Liaise and negotiate with the Consortium, Queensland Health and Clinical Educators regarding development of new placements and allocation of placement sites.
- Maintain accurate and current records regarding student progress, deeds/placement agreements, risk assessments etc.
- Postgraduate qualifications in clinical psychology or clinical neuropsychology.
- A minimum of two years’ professional experience working as a psychologist, preferably in a clinical psychology or clinical neuropsychology context.
- Familiarity with the field of clinical psychology or clinical neuropsychology, including relevant organisations and practitioners.
- High level interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and liaise with psychologists and psychologists in training within the University and with external bodies.
- High-level organisational and coordinating skills with demonstrated ability to work independently, to exercise good judgement, to set priorities, meet deadlines, to initiate and follow up actions and to take responsibility for decisions, within existing guidelines.
- Knowledge of current evidence-based approaches in Psychology practice, clinical education issues and accreditation requirements as related to professional training in Psychology.
- Good computer skills, with the ability to work effectively with technology systems and master software applications.
- Capacity to make new contacts and build effective working relationships with key personnel in relevant external organisations to establish new placement opportunities.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
- 17% superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, variable start/finish times and purchased leave
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
- UQ Study for Staff
- On campus childcare options
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
- Salary packaging options
Placement Manager (Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology)
Location: St Lucia Campus
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: R-42787
School of Psychology
Full-time, fixed-term position through to 31 December 2025
Base salary will be in the range $111,154 - $124,619 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
Based at our St Lucia campus
About This Opportunity
We are eagerly seeking a Placement Manager to manage and develop new and existing student placements, with a particular focus on clinical psychology and clinical neuropsychology placements, to ensure that students in the Master of Clinical Psychology and Master of Clinical Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology programs achieve professional practice competence.
Key Responsibilities will include:
- Participate in the selection of students into the program and ongoing evaluation of practitioner development.
- Assist with the orientation of new students into the program (e.g., assisting students to obtain probationary registration, delivery of orientation sessions, preparing Supervised Practice Plan documentation).
- Manage existing Clinical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology placement sites, including student matching, liaison with field and sessional supervisors, evaluation, and enhancement of experience for all stakeholders.
- Liaise and negotiate with the Consortium, Queensland Health and Clinical Educators regarding development of new placements and allocation of placement sites.
- Maintain accurate and current records regarding student progress, deeds/placement agreements, risk assessments etc.
About You
- Postgraduate qualifications in clinical psychology or clinical neuropsychology.
- A minimum of two years’ professional experience working as a psychologist, preferably in a clinical psychology or clinical neuropsychology context.
- Familiarity with the field of clinical psychology or clinical neuropsychology, including relevant organisations and practitioners.
- High level interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to negotiate and liaise with psychologists and psychologists in training within the University and with external bodies.
- High-level organisational and coordinating skills with demonstrated ability to work independently, to exercise good judgement, to set priorities, meet deadlines, to initiate and follow up actions and to take responsibility for decisions, within existing guidelines.
- Knowledge of current evidence-based approaches in Psychology practice, clinical education issues and accreditation requirements as related to professional training in Psychology.
- Good computer skills, with the ability to work effectively with technology systems and master software applications.
- Capacity to make new contacts and build effective working relationships with key personnel in relevant external organisations to establish new placement opportunities.
Mandatory requirements: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. The successful candidate will also be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks including: a criminal check, education check, AHPRA registration and mandatory immunisations.
About UQ
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
- 17% superannuation contributions
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, variable start/finish times and purchased leave
- Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
- UQ Study for Staff
- On campus childcare options
- Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day)
- Salary packaging options
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Stacey Vogel, School Manager, at schoolmanager@psy.uq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
- Resume
- Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
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Applications close: Sunday 29 September 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-42787).