Description:
At Ambulance Victoria (AV) we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. This is our promise to every patient, and it sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to Victorians, you will join a team dedicated to bringing our vision to be a world leading ambulance service to life.
We are seeking a registered Psychologist to provide support to the Principal Psychologist in the provision of clinical service and support programs, development of strategic initiatives and policy and project implementation for our Wellbeing Department.
This is a Part Time (0.6 FTE) Permanent position. While WFH/Hybrid options are available, it is essential that the successful applicant maintains a presence at Doncaster in line with our hybrid working model.
About the role
Reporting to the Principal Psychologist, these key roles will be responsible for analysing information, research and data to inform the ongoing focus on early intervention and preventative programs. The roles will also provide authoritative clinical advice, deliver training and psychological assessments, crisis interventions and critical incident support where required.
Working closely with the Victorian Ambulance Counselling Unit (VACU), Peer Support, Pastoral Care and the Health and Safety team; the main duties of the role include but are not limited to:
- ensuring the requirements of the clinical governance framework are monitored and adhered to
- reviewing and monitoring AV's wellbeing support programs
- developing strategies and policies to support the continuous improvement of AV's suite of services (24/7 counselling and crisis line, resilience programs, early intervention programs, staff participation)
- assessing and implementing appropriate crisis intervention strategies and coordinate and providing critical incident support as required
- applying best practice principles and developing appropriate prevention, early intervention and treatment strategies
- building and maintaining relationships with all key internal and external stakeholders, including a network of contractors
- assisting in the design and development of the clinical aspects of the peer support and pastoral care programs
About you
The successful applicant will be a registered psychologist with a demonstrated high level of knowledge, skill and experience in trauma informed practice, psychological assessment, counselling, crisis intervention and critical incident response. Harnessing your exceptional communication and relationship building skills, you will be proactive in providing advice and consulting with managers and staff on managing psychological health issues in the workplace.
With the foresight to make effective and informed decisions, problem solve and prioritise work in high pressure situations, the successful applicant will also possess demonstrated experience in delivering a high level of customer service in complex and dynamic operational organisations.
Applicants will possess advanced computer skills and will be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite and relevant software applications.
Finally, candidates must be required to be available outside of ordinary working hours in order to frequently provide advice, support or intervene and manage emergency or time critical incidents or issues. They must also possess a current Victorian Driver License and be prepared to travel throughout metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria as required.
Working at Ambulance Victoria
As a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognises the importance of work/life balance. We offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking.
We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people's skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community. If you are ready to be an integral part in bringing our values of Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence to life at AV, we want to hear from you!
Important information
By applying for a position, you agree to undertake an assessment of any Secondary Employment or outside interests, in line with AV's Secondary Employment procedure. This is required to ensure there is no perceived or actual conflict of interest for AV should you be successful and commence in the role.
Successful applicants will need to be willing to complete pre-employment screening including references, misconduct and Police Checks.
This position is classified AV5 under the Ambulance Victoria (Management and Administrative Staff) Enterprise Agreement 2021.
The position description can be found on the AV Careers website https://careers.ambulance.vic.gov.au .
How to apply
Your application is an integral part of the selection process and should include:
- Cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position
- Current resume
- A separate document addressing the key selection criteria from the position description
Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm AEST on Sunday 4 May 2025 . Applications must be submitted via the AV Careers Centre website https://careers.ambulance.vic.gov.au to be considered. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
For further information, please refer to ‘ Applying for a position with Ambulance Victoria‘. For any further queries please contact Dr Amanda Bond via amanda.bond@ambulance.vic.gov.au or 0437 558 482.
At all levels of our organisation a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver the Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people. In the event you require a reasonable adjustment to support your application for this role, please contact us at recruitment@ambulance.vic.gov.au and a member of our Recruitment & Selection team will be in touch.