AHP2 - Psychologist

AHP2 - Psychologist at Department for Education, South Australia Job reference: Location: 5540 - PORT PIRIE, 5554 - KADINA Job status: Long Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone Why work with us Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, partnering with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community to build a world‑leading public education system. Our focus is on equity and prioritising learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state. About the Role Student Support Services works with schools and preschools to provide support to assist them in meeting the needs of all children. This role requires the incumbent to participate in implementing a service model that supports integrated and targeted services for children and young people with additional needs. You will work with children and young people who have developmental, cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural and physical difficulties, and exceptional needs (including giftedness), and their families. The psychologist works with preschool and school staff and parents to develop evidence‑based psychology interventions that include proactive, targeted and intensive strategies adaptable for learning and home contexts. The position works under the professional support and direction of the Senior Psychologist. Student Support Services are on a cultural response journey, valuing Aboriginal ways of knowing, doing, and being. Qualifications Essential: Current and full registration (general) with the Psychology Board of Australia. Desirable: Nil. Special Conditions The successful applicant must gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed, with renewal every five years. The incumbent must undertake the RRHAN‑EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online Fundamentals course, updated every three years. For all other special conditions please refer to the attached Position Description. Remuneration AHP2 $91,785 – $106,330 per annum (1.0 FTE) + superannuation (12%) + leave loading and applicable allowances. Enquiries Russell Willsmore, Team Manager – tel: or email: Application Instructions Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website. Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description. Additional Note There are 2 vacancies. One is a full‑time contract (1.0 FTE) with an initial 12‑month term and possible extension. The other is a full‑time contract (1.0 FTE) with an initial 3‑month term, possibly based at Port Pirie or Kadina. Applications will be considered as soon as submitted to match you to any existing opportunities. Drive‑in – Drive‑out will be considered upon negotiation. Applications close: 12/04/ :30 PM Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part‑time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr