Group Therapist

Casual Opportunity

Ramsay Health Care is seeking a patient-focused Mental Health Professional to work in the dynamic and rewarding area of group facilitation.

Join our cohesive multi-disciplinary team of therapists, and we will:

• Value your strengths.
• Appreciate your contribution.
• Support you to grow and develop your skills in this uniquely challenging field.

About the Role

We have casual opportunities for either a Registered Psychologist, Counsellor, Mental Health Nurse, or Social Worker to join our team and work across both sites of Ramsay Mental Health SA, in the outpatient setting at Ramsay Day Clinic Kahlyn and in the in-patient facility at Ramsay Clinic Adelaide.

As a Group Therapist, you will be responsible for facilitating and co-facilitating group therapy sessions for private out-patients and in-patients experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions such as Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Affective Disorder and Schizoaffective Disorder. 

This role will entail, but is not limited to:

• Facilitating/ co-facilitating evidence-based group programs based on therapies such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Anxiety Management, Diversional Therapy, psychoeducation groups and support.
• Developing patient-centred treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the patient and in line with department and Hospital procedures and policies.
• Providing support to the senior Allied Health staff and senior management team to ensure the achievement of department and Hospital objectives in line with strategic Hospital plans.
• Liaising with referring psychiatrists as part of a multidisciplinary approach to care.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong desire to work in Mental Health and gain clinical experience in both the out-patient and hospital setting coupled with a passion for delivering a high standard of care.

Essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualification in Psychology / Counselling & Psychotherapy/ Mental Health Nursing/ Social Work
• Relevant registration with AHPRA / PACFA /ACA/AASW or the appropriate Board
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team in a private hospital setting.
• Demonstrate initiative and creativity in thinking.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Willingness to accept and promote Ramsay’s core values.

Remuneration

• Pay range as per current EA depending on skills and qualifications.

About Us 

Ramsay Clinic Adelaide is a leading psychiatric inpatient facility in South Australia.  Ramsay Day Clinic Kahlyn is an outpatient facility owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, Australia’s largest and most respected private hospital operator.

At Ramsay Day Clinic Kahlyn, we offer specialised therapies, and support groups to our patients. Our team operates to improve mental health outcomes and achieve patient’s identified goals by building awareness, skills and strategies to respond to emotions and difficulties.

At Ramsay Clinic Adelaide you will be part of the Day Program team who offer a schedule of group sessions and activities to promote recovery in patients who have required admission to this acute care setting for their mental health condition.

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

Benefits

• A distinctive culture of People Caring for People
• Free access to 18,000 upskilling courses via a LinkedIn learning subscription.
• Flexible career pathways and unparallel learning and development.
• Employee benefits scheme

How to apply

All applications must be lodged online.

• Must be vaccinated against Covid-19 a vaccine approved by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation
• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

For enquiries, please contact:

Jill Semba, Lead Group Program Co-ordinator
E: [email protected]