Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 48
Job Category - Psychology
JOIN OUR ALLIED HEALTH TEAM NOW! - Opportunity to deliver school readiness sessions at kindergartens across the Barwon Region
- Permanent Part Time Position - 48 hours per fortnight
- Work within a supportive multidisciplinary team to support young children's learning
About Barwon Health Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About the role Barwon Health is looking to recruit a Psychologist to be part of a small multidisciplinary team that delivers capacity building school readiness sessions at kindergartens across the Barwon Region. You will be working with kindergarten educators and families in the community to build their capacity to support young children's learning in the key areas of communication (language development), wellbeing (social and emotional), and access, inclusion and participation. Using evidence-based practices, you will enhance the professional and parenting practices of educators and families to benefit all the children under their care.
You will be working to create an environment for kindergarten aged children that promotes:
- improved speech, language, social interaction and early literacy outcomes
- self-regulation and positive and pro-social behaviours
About the culture You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.
Contact person: Mia Urtone
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