Clinic Director, Macquarie University Psychology Clinic at MQ Health
Expired
PRIMARY DETAIL
Seeking a suitably qualified Clinic Director to provide professional leadership of the Macquarie University Psychology Clinic
THE ROLE
Salary Package: HEW 10, From $136,636 - 160,791 p.a. plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading
Appointment Type: Full-time, Continuing
Location: Macquarie University (Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde)
The School of Psychological Sciences is seeking a suitably qualified Clinic Director to provide professional leadership of the Macquarie University Psychology Clinic located on the Macquarie University Wallumattagal (North Ryde) Campus.
THE ROLE
The Clinic Director will provide organisational and professional psychology leadership of the Macquarie University Psychology Clinic on a day-to-day basis including, liaising with other psychologists, academics, health and medical professionals, and professional administrative staff internal and external to the University to support client service requirements, and placement student requirements.
This position will be responsible for supporting the full suite of the PG Psychology Courses' competency standards in relation to placement requirements in the clinic as well as promoting the objectives and vision of the clinic. The Director will have the ability to support the implementation and operationalisation of course placement requirements, projects, and new initiatives to ensure the Clinic adds value to the student (provisional psychologist) placement training experience and our clients' experience.
ABOUT YOU
You will have extensive practitioner experience in your discipline (e.g. Clinical psychology; Neuropsychology; Organisational psychology) and be a currently endorsed practitioner with PSyBA in at least one of the relevant areas of practice. Your knowledge and understanding of current and ongoing APAC requirements for the professional Masters degrees offered at MQ (including MCP; MCNP, MOrg, and MPP) and experience in the management of clinical practice will ensure your success in this busy and dynamic role.
ABOUT US The School of Psychological Sciences is ranked in the top 75 Psychology Departments in the world and is at the forefront of excellence in research, teaching, and community engagement. We offer accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Psychology with the largest suite of postgraduate programs in New South Wales. The Macquarie University Psychology Clinic is a training clinic situated within the School of Psychological Sciences for students currently enrolled in the Master of Clinical Psychology (MCP) and Master of Clinical Neuropsychology (MCNP) courses. Students in the Master of Clinical Neuropsychology program also do placements at the Macquarie University Hospital.
The School sits within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences (FMHHS) whose current education suite includes courses in clinical science, physiotherapy, medicine, exercise and sports science, public health, psychology, cognitive sciences, linguistics, audiology, and speech pathology. The Faculty forms part of MQ Health, an integrated academic health sciences enterprise which incorporates Macquarie University Hospital and primary and speciality clinics.
We foster a values-based culture of innovation and creativity to achieve excellence in teaching and to enhance the research performance of the University. We invest in developing the careers and wellbeing of our students and staff and live our values of Caring, Integrity, Teamwork, Ambition, Innovation, and Engagement.
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 54 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we've grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.
TO APPLY To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate (3-page maximum) cover letter that details how you meet each of the following selection criteria:
Essential criteria:
Minimum 5 year post-graduate practitioner experience in their discipline (e.g., Clinical psychology; Neuropsychology; Organisational psychology).
Endorsed practitioner with PSyBA in at least one of the relevant areas of practice reflecting the sub-disciplines of the MQ, PG Psychology Courses.
PsyBA approved Supervisor
Extensive management experience in a professional context (can include professional training programs or running their own small to medium-sized professional consultancy).
Knowledge and understanding of current and ongoing APAC requirements for the requisite professional Masters degrees offered at MQ (including MCP; MCNP, MOrg, and MPP) inclusive of all coursework requirements for the degree.
Capacity to provide supervision to practising clinicians.
Expertise in risk management oversight and provision in clinical (mental health) settings.
Strong written and oral communication skills including ability to write industry reports.
Demonstrated ability to work flexibly with academic, professional and administrative teams.
Demonstrated ability to effectively liaise with medical and health professionals.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines including at short notice.
Ability to work flexibly including operational hours of the Clinic as well as out of designated work hours to oversee any crisis management issues arising.
Capacity to develop clinician and procedural manuals relating to the professional practice of psychology.
This position requires Working with Children Check criminal record and qualifications checks.
Work hours may vary from time to time to accommodate business needs.
Please note this position is only open to Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights.
Specific Role Enquiries: Professor Maria Kangas, Head of School of Psychological Sciences, at [email protected]
General Enquiries: Nithya Elango, HR Assistant, at [email protected]
Applications Close: Monday 11th September 2023, 11:59 PM AEST
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
11/09/2023 11:59 PM
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Job details
Title
Clinic Director, Macquarie University Psychology Clinic at MQ Health
Employer
Macquarie University
Location
Australia
Published
August 24, 2023
Application deadline
September 11, 2023
Job type
Administration/Managerment
Field
Medicine,Psychology
About the employer
Established in 1964, Macquarie University is a public university located in the suburbs of Macquarie Park in Sydney, Australia. The establishment of the university marked a bold step towards transforming the otherwise traditional education system that was prevalent in Australia. The institution offers several facilities and services to students and is ranked among the leading universities globally.
The university has a total student enrolment of 40,209 students of which 27,795 students belong to full-time programs and 12,414 belong to part-time programs. The university saw a total of 8,641 international admissions and 31,568 domestic student enrollments for the last academic year (2019-20).
A vibrant hub for students, researchers, and teachers, all work towards pursuing a common goal of a brighter future. Macquarie University has been ranked among the top 1% of universities in the world by QS World University Rankings, 2020. Considered one of the top universities in Australia, the university has been on the ninth position for Australia for employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2020), producing graduates that are among the most sought after professionals in the world.
Spanning across 126 acres of land, the university provides an extensive range of courses for students to choose from. The Faculty of Business, The Faculty of Education, The Faculty of Engineering, The Faculty of Law, The Faculty of Science, The Faculty of Medicine and Health, The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, The Faculty of Information Technologies, The Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, The Faculty of Media, Communications and Performing Arts, The Faculty of Psychology and Cognitive Science and The Faculty of Security, Intelligence and Criminology offer various courses and research degrees for both undergraduate as well as graduate studies.
The university has several accommodation options for its students to choose from. Students can select their hall of residence according to their preferences and would not face any inconvenience during their stay in the city. Amenities at Macquarie University campus include a Bookshop, Counselling Services, Cafes, Medical Clinic, Pharmacy, and a Private Hospital along with other facilities. The university is situated at a prime location and has the availability of most resources, students would require around its premises.
The University also offers excellent sports facilities to students which are considered to be one of the greatest in the country. The Sports and Aquatic Centre located at the university has swimming pools, health clubs, basketball and squash courts, and even a martial arts area for students to indulge in.
To promote global higher education, Macquarie University awards scholarships to the tune of $6 million. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit, diversity, leadership capabilities, financial hardship, and/or key achievements such as sports and voluntary experience. The university has one of the most substantial scholarship programs in Australia, providing several opportunities each year to international students to undertake studies at the university.
Ranked among the safest cities in the world, Sydney is an ideal study destination for students from all across the world. The university takes the safety of its students very seriously and has security personnel posted within the campus walls.
Some of the notable alumni of Macquarie University are Chris Lilley - Australian comedian, Rob Oakeshott - Member of the Australian House of Representatives, Tania Mihailuk - Member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly, Adam Hills - Australian comedian, Murray Cook - Australian musician, Greg Page - Australian singer, Lauren Jackson - Australian basketball player and Anthony Field - Australian musician among many others.