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Senior Neuropsychologist (Grade 3) – Custodial Forensic Youth Mental Health (FYMHS)

Orygen Specialist Program

Royal Melbourne Hospital

• Full time, 2 years Fixed Term | Monthly ADO and Salary Packing
• Based in Parkville with some travel to Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct
• Excellent team culture, training, supervision and prof dev opportunities.
• Exciting opportunity to support young people in custody with complex neuropsychological needs and work with the forensic youth mental health sector.

Your new team:
Forming part of the Orygen Specialist Program (OSP), a program of The Royal Melbourne Hospital, the Custodial Forensic Youth Mental Health Service (FYMHS) team provides specialist youth mental health care in custodial settings (Parkville and Cherry Creek sites) to young people and their families/carers.

Custodial FYMHS is in an exciting period of significant growth as a result of the Royal Commission and evolution of Victorian Mental Health Services. Our specialist multidisciplinary team provide enhanced services to young people in custody, with a focus on recovery-oriented care.

The Neuropsychologist will form part of the specialist Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDD) team within Custodial FYMHS comprising Neuropsychology, Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy. This specialist assessment team provides primary and secondary consultations regarding complex cases.

Join a highly skilled and passionate team delivering a holistic approach that supports effective treatment outcomes for young persons in custody, and reintegration to the community.

Your new role: 

The Neuropsychologist will provide assistance and support to young people in custody who present with complex, neuropsychological needs:

• Provide timely neuropsychology assessment and expert opinion regarding diagnostic formulation and treatment recommendations to support young people and their service providers in custody.
• Consult and liaise with the young person’s care team and other key stakeholders in the community.
• Work in collaboration with the Custodial FYMHS Team Leads and the Custodial FYMHS multidisciplinary teams to develop excellence in clinical service delivery with evidenced based assessments and recommendations for treatment and support needs.
• Provide teaching, second opinion, and secondary consultation to primary and specialist mental health services to assist in the care and clinical case management of a young person.

About You:

• Completion of an accredited Master or Doctoral program in Clinical Neuropsychology, recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Hold general registration AND an Area of Practice Endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Approved supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Minimum experience in accordance with EBA requirements for this specialist position, including a minimum of 5 years experience in the application of Clinical Neuropsychology.
• Demonstrate experience in the application of clinical practice, particularly in youth mental health.
• Knowledge of the youth justice and/or criminal justice system and other relevant settings is desirable.

Benefits of working with us:

• Salary packaging and monthly ADO's in full-time positions! 
• Join us during this incredibly exciting time of growth within an established and reputable organisation.
• Excellent training, education and professional development support and opportunities.
• Enjoy a flexible work-life balance working in a supportive and collaborative team.

To view the full Position Description, please click HERE.

Interested in Applying?

If this opportunity resonates with you and you have the experience and qualifications we’re looking for, we encourage you to apply without delay. We’re reviewing applications and scheduling interviews immediately. Advertising may cease prior to the closing date. Advertising may cease prior to the closing date. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out using the contact details above.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment and COVID-19 Vaccination (3 x doses) prior to commencement.

Please note: This position is for applicants only. We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies or third-party representatives.

The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community.  Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.