Neuropsychologist - Geelong

 

We are seeking a Clinical Neuropsychologist to join a busy and active team of Psychologists in the Division of Rehabilitation Services and Mental Health Service, Barwon Health, Geelong.

. Maternity Leave Locum (.6 EFT)
. Grade 2
. Great employee benefits

The position involves inpatient and outpatient work principally within Barwon Health Aged Psychiatry Services, the McKellar Centre Inpatient Trauma Rehabilitation Team and the Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service. The role involves provision of assessment, consultation and management services regarding cognitive / behavioural sequelae of brain disorders. Education and guidance for clients, families and community liaison is expected.

Barwon Health can offer you:
· A Department of 5 Clinical Neuropsychologists and 2 Health/Clinical Psychologists.
· Support in attending professional development.
· Professional mentoring ????? ????? contact with psychologist colleagues.
· Access to internal and external supervision from experienced Neuropsychologists.
· Access to an extensive test library and more general professional staff library.
· An environment that supports and encourages research.
· Opportunities for the development of professional specialisation.
· Salary Packaging.
· The opportunity to provide cognitive therapy in addition to assessment.

Registration with the Psychologists Registration Board of Victoria and a postgraduate qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology are mandatory. Eligibility for membership to the College of Clinical Neuropsychologists is desirable. Supervision is available and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be committed to working in a team setting and an interest in student supervision, research and regional issues would be an advantage.

Join Geelong's largest employer and enjoy working in a great location - close to the CBD of Geelong and our vibrant waterfront. In this cultural city, only a short distance from Melbourne, you may take in the cosmopolitan lifestyle - enjoying the fantastic bars, cafes and festivities on offer.

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