Psychologist - Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit at ACT Health

City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

133492.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychological Assessment, Clinical Formulation, Psychological Interventions, Recovery-Focused Care, Bio-psychosocial Rehabilitation, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Case Management, Mental Health Rehabilitation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 6 months with possibility of extension and or permanency Classification: Psychologist Level 2/3 (PN 23690) Note: Depending on qualifications and experience, in line with the Enterprise Agreement. P2 Salary: $91,026 - $117,896 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) P3 Salary: $123,014 - $133,492 (Plus 12.5%25 Super) Location: University of Canberra Hospital, Bruce ACT Section: Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit Closing Date: 12 July 2026 What can we offer you: • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions • 12.5%25 Superannuation. • Access to Employee Assistance Program. About the Role: We are seeking a motivated and skilled Psychologist to join the Adult Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (AMHRU). This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, recovery-focused care in both inpatient and community settings. The AMHRU is an inpatient rehabilitation service dedicated to supporting consumers to maximise independence and functional capacity through a comprehensive bio-psychosocial rehabilitation approach, preparing them for successful community reintegration. In this Role, you will provide high-quality psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions; work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-oriented care; support consumers in developing skills for independent living; contribute to a therapeutic and supportive inpatient environment. You will also have the opportunity to work within the Adult Mental Health Day Service (AMHDS), an outpatient program co-located with AMHRU. It is a great opportunity to work across inpatient and community settings, and be part of a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team. Note: There is only one position open for this recruitment round. This role will be filled at either a P2 or P3 depending on qualifications and experience, in line with the Enterprise Agreement. Please indicate which classification you are applying for during the application process. Psychologist Level 2 - A minimum of 12 months paid, professionally relevant experience. Psychologist Level 3 - A minimum of 3 years (ideally 5) professionally relevant experience in a related/relevant organisation/service. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. • Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary, and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website. Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are encouraged to apply. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Tanya Muller on (02) 5124 0220 or at tanya.muller@act.gov.au #LI-DNI

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions within an adult mental health rehabilitation unit. Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team to support consumers in maximizing independence and successful community reintegration.