Seeking Clinical Psychologists/ Psychologists/ MH Social Workers/ EMDR practitioners for Private Practice in Brunswick.

Solana Psychology is a well-established small, trauma-informed adult private practice in Brunswick, Melbourne. We are looking for a reflective, well-attuned and motivated person to join our inclusive, supportive, professional and warm team.

If you are experienced or have a keen interest in working with trauma in adults using Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR), psychodynamic therapy or somatic therapies this maybe be an especially suitable role for you. If you feel limited by working in a purely CBT or medical model, Solana Psychology may be a great place to spread your wings. Our practitioners are encouraged work from a range a of modalities and we also offer a psychodynamic group supervision. We strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQI++ and other minorities to apply.

We are looking for psychologists, EMDR practitioners and trauma therapists to take on 2-5 half days per week as a sub-contractor. Some after hours or weekend work is desirable. Working days and hours are negotiable. We welcome applications from experienced psychologists, mental health social workers and EMDR practitioners, trauma therapists as well as motivated/passionate psychologists who are new to the field, espicially those who are interested in psychodynamic and EMDR therapy. We also value autonomy over client presentations (we want you to work within your competence). The fit between practitioners and clients is very important to us and we screen for this at intake.

What we can offer?

• Flexible working hours
• Autonomy over client presentations (we want you to work within your competence. Fit between practitioners and clients is very important to us.
• subcontracting or employee arrangement
• Board approved clinical supervision available
• Reduced fees for in-house individual Supervision (including SV for Clincial endorsement)
• A therapeutic, beautifully furnished space to work in;
• Partial administration support including, billings & appointment bookings
• On-going referrals of clients

What do we need from you?

Desirable

• Full registration as a Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist OR experience as an EMDR therapist (inc counsellors, social workers and psychotherapists).
• Eligibility to provide services under Medicare;
• Level 2 training in EMDR and confidence working with complex cases
• Previous experience in private practice
• Experience working with trauma and other presentations

Necessary

• An ABN;
• Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance up to $20,000,000;
• Excellent knowledge of professional and ethical code of conduct
• Current Police Check
• Either hold AHPRA registration as a psychologist or be qualified in EMDR
• Available 1-4 days per week
• Able to function autonomously
• Able to work as part of a team environment
• Exemplary communication skills and ability to build relationships with a range of people
• Career driven
• Extensive and demonstrated experience providing clinical services to adults and young people with a range of presenting issues;
• An understanding of best practice principles and experience in providing critical incident management services
• Broad experience in clinical and counselling interventions and related liaison with an ability to work competently and independently with a diverse and complex case load
• A superior level of interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute effectively to a team setting
• Warmth, flexibility and calmness under pressure
• Excellent computing skills, superior written skills, attention to detail and the ability to follow administration procedures with accuracy and efficiency
• A demonstrated commitment to innovation, continuous improvement and personal and professional development, as well as contributions to the professional development of colleagues.

Contact Details

If you’re interested in this role, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, and a short cover letter, to [email protected] or contact Shanti on 0411 169 307 with any queries.