Psychologist

Senior Psychologist, AH4 (Fixed‑term until 29 June 2026) The Student Support Services (SSS) team is looking for a Senior Psychologist to work full time in schools located in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, based in Greensborough. Purpose The SSS team assists children and young people facing a range of barriers to learning, helping them achieve their educational and developmental potential. We provide strategies and specialised support at the individual, group, school and team level, working collaboratively with schools, students and families to improve emotional health and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities As a SSS Psychologist you will: work as part of a multidisciplinary, area‑based team of allied health professionals; provide comprehensive services to schools and students, enhancing developmental and learning outcomes and supporting student health and wellbeing; undertake advanced interventions that support students and schools; collaborate with other professionals on complex cases, including supporting teachers in developing educational programmes for students with additional needs. Areas of Support learning issues, cognitive issues, behavioural issues disabilities, mental health, school and work transitions self‑esteem, grief and loss, trauma, anger management relationships, conflict, sexuality, drug/alcohol involvement Key Qualities Expert advice: Provide advice that influences teaching and learning strategies and student wellbeing programs for school leadership teams. Communication: Highly developed communication, networking and interpersonal skills; liaison with a range of people in the education community and beyond. Leadership: Provide leadership to the SSS team, manage service delivery within the multidisciplinary team and contribute to professional supervision and direction of other members. Flexibility: Ability to work autonomously when required and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Expert interventions and collaboration: Undertake advanced interventions and collaborate with other professionals on complex cases. Desirable Qualifications and Experience Required: Graduate or post‑graduate qualification in psychology and full registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency (AHPRA). A valid Working with Children’s Check. Travel Requirement Travel to schools is a requirement as part of service delivery; staff have access to departmental fleet vehicles. How to Apply Applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the role. Candidates are advised that the key selection criteria must be addressed to be considered. About the Department The Department of Education provides a wide range of learning and development support and services, leads policy and plans for the future of education in Victoria and oversees early childhood and school education systems. About the Division – Student Support Services (SSS) SSS is part of the Health and Wellbeing and Inclusion Workforce (HWIW), working with schools to address barriers to student access, participation, and progress within a multi‑tiered system of support. SSS staff are allied health professionals who plan and deliver services collaboratively with schools. Further Information For more details regarding this position, please see the attached position description for the capabilities expected in application. Diversity & Inclusion The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional Information Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may also be subject to other pre‑employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure full participation in the recruitment process, or if you need the advertisement in an accessible format. Applications Close Applications close 11:59pm on 16 December 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr