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The Clinical Psychologist contributes to the research project “Improving mental health and wellbeing in diverse children with disruptive disorders: A co-designed school-based early intervention involving parent-teacher collaboration” which aims to evaluate the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of school adapted parent training intervention matched to the individual needs of young children with disruptive behaviour problems delivered within a school setting in either South West Sydney or Southern NSW (Albury).

The Clinical Psychologist will work with a team of experienced clinicians to provide assessment and treatment with school adapted Parent-Child Interaction Therapy to families of children with disruptive behaviour problems as part of a cluster randomised controlled trial.

This position is based at the University of NSW in the School of Psychology, however the Clinician will be required to work in one of three locations (Ingleburn, NSW; Condell Park, NSW; Albury, NSW).

About the role

• $110k - $119k plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
• Fixed Term – 2.5 Years
• Part time (14 hours)

The role of Clinician reports to the Chief Investigator, Professor Eva Kimonis, and has no direct reports.

Specific responsibilities for this role include: 

• Provide high quality clinical care including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and its adaptations for children with limited prosocial emotions and for school delivery within a school setting to conduct intervention sessions and associated assessments with families and teachers/educators of young children with disruptive behaviour problems.
• Deliver high quality training in psychological and behaviour management strategies to teachers/educators and provide them with occasional classroom support.
• Deliver high quality training, mentoring and lead regular clinical supervision sessions with PCIT clinicians.
• Attend and engage in regular supervision sessions with supervisee, project coordinator and chief investigator.
• Take a lead role in performing high quality research and conduct administrative activities as required to support the research project.
• Accurately maintain all clinical record documentation, including session notes, reports, referral letters and data backup to facilitate quality data collection for the trial based on best practice professional standards.
• Develop and manage effective communications with key stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Contribute to process and procedure improvement where appropriate and in relation to the research project.
• Actively contribute to team meetings and investigator meetings and perform any other duties as directed by the Chief Investigator.
• Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.
• Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the psychosocial or physical health and safety of yourself or others.

About the successful applicant
(Selection Criteria)

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council with subsequent relevant experience.
• Current registration as a Psychologist with Australian Practitioner’s Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Psychology Board.
• Proven clinical skills in delivering evidence-based treatments for child mental health problems and child conduct problems in particular.
• Prior experience supporting a research project and knowledge of standard research protocols.
• Demonstrated previous experience working with children, families, and/or teachers.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple task and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively to people of varying backgrounds,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of psychological research, and experience in delivery effective training or teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.

Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

Contact:
Eva Kimonis
E: e.kimonis@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: May 19^th, 2025

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UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.