Telehealth Services Counsellor (Social Work or Psychology)

• Permanent Part-time | Multiple positions available
• Richmond | close to cafes and public transport
• Generous salary + super + salary packaging 

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

This roles entails being part of a team that delivers high quality telehealth brief intervention addiction treatment. It is located within Turning Point’s Specialist Clinical Services (SCS) which is based at our Richmond site. At Turning Point there is a focus on providing distance based, accessible, outward bound therapeutic interventions focused on gambling, alcohol and other drugs. The Structured Intervention Team delivers two programs: The Ready 2 Change program and Diversion Counselling program.

The programs focus on providing evidence based treatment to assist individuals to address their addiction concerns. These draw on the principles of harm reduction, Cognitive Behavioural therapies, Motivational Interviewing and trauma informed care. Service delivery functions include conducting assessments, holding a clinical caseload and the provision of specialised interventions delivered via telehealth mediums as directed. The role may also involve participation in research activities as well as contributing to project work as required and provision of support to students on placement within our programs.

This role offers early career psychologists the opportunity to complete the registrar program if required (clinical psychology) as well as access to regular individual supervision, monthly discipline specific psychology meetings as well as all the learning opportunities that being a member of a multidisciplinary team of addiction psychiatrists, addiction medicine specialists, neuropsychologists, nurses and social workers offers. In addition, the Organisation provides a range of training programs which staff can access as part of their professional development plans including specialist training in alcohol and other drug treatment. Development opportunities also exist, as Turning Point operates both a workforce and development team and a nationally recognised research program.

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Evidence that complies with the noted discipline qualifications and registration requirements as noted in the respective Position Descriptions
• Post-Graduate qualifications in addiction, mental health or related field is desirable or willingness to undertake further training as required
• Sound theoretical knowledge of biopsychosocial assessments and interventions in addiction and mental health. 
• Experience and knowledge in a range of therapeutic models and interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
• Ability to contribute to improving systems and protocols that ensure continuity of care across the service system.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to consult, liaise and negotiate with service users and professional referrers.
• Ability to function effectively in a multi-disciplinary team. This is expected to include contributing discipline specific skills and perspectives to enhance the functioning of the SCS team.
• Sound knowledge of the relevant legislation and frameworks.
• A demonstrated commitment to professional self-development and quality improvement by participating in clinical supervision, and other forms of on-going education. 
• Incumbent required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.
• Presents and performs in accordance to Eastern Health’s Values and Code of Conduct as well as Code of Ethics of relevant regulatory professional authority / professional association
• Incumbent required to hold a current Working with Children Check valid for employment purposes.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

For additional resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants click here: Aboriginal Health | Eastern Health

Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**