The Aboriginal Medical Service Redfern (AMS) was established in 1971 and was the first Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) in Australia. We are a multi-disciplinary health care facility with Medical, Chronic Care, Drug & Alcohol, Mental Health, Dental and Public Health units. We work together to provide a high level of patient care whilst servicing our local community needs.

Do you want to:

• make a difference to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community in Redfern?
• work as part of an experienced team supporting the delivery of high quality services?
• leave your mark on an organisation?

We are seeking an outcomes driven Psychologist to work with Aboriginal Communities to provide comprehensive clinical and primary health care as well psycho-social needs of those attending the Aboriginal Medical Service.

If you have:

• Conduct psychological, emotional and cognitive assessments on clients of the Aboriginal Medical Service
• Provide high level therapeutic counselling and individualised interventions to clients
• Provide advocacy, support, liaison and referral for clients as required
• Effective participation and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain links/partnerships with external agencies to ensure the clients receive the optimal care that is required.
• Maintain partnerships and relationships with government and non-government mental health services.
• Attend regular clinical supervision in accordance with the AHPRA Supervision Guidelines
• Maintain accurate and timely client records and reports in accordance with AHPRA and the AMS’ policies and procedures
• Adhere to Work Health and Safety (WHS) guidelines and various AMS policies

Any enquiries can be sent to  recruitment@amsredfern.org.au

Applicants are required to have the right to work in Australia. Police checks form part of the recruitment process.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply although this is not a requirement of the role.