Psychologist - Adult Mental Health
Dandenong, VIC, AU, 3175
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About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced, values-driven Grade 2 Psychologist to join The Youth Acute Inpatient Unit (Unit 2), based within Dandenong Hospital, Monash Health’s Mental Health Program. In this role, you’ll provide high-quality, client-centred psychological support to young people experiencing acute mental health challenges through the following:
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Conducting complex psychological assessments and providing treatment
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Delivering targeted therapeutic interventions such as CBT and other brief interventions
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Advocating for clients and providing psychoeducation
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Collaborating with the multiplinary team in discharge planning and community liaison
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Group therapy
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Develop and implement behaviour support plans
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Providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff and students
For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Mark Makunike on 0427 437 784.
Position Description can be found here
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 5 December 2025