Are you a qualified and passionate psychologist or social worker with a recognised Australian qualification and liability and indemnity insurance? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact on people's mental wellbeing while enjoying the flexibility of working from home? Virtual Psychologist is seeking talented professionals like you to join our team and provide text, video, and audio mental health services to a diverse range of clients. We welcome people from all locations across Australia. This may suit you if you want to add a few hours to your current private practice or mix a working from home opportunity with your current work requirements. Supervision and Professional Development included.

About Virtual Psychologist:

Virtual Psychologist is a disruptive innovator in the field of psychology, revolutionising mental health services by offering text-based counselling and video and audio services to individuals across Australia. As a leading player in the industry, we are expanding nationally and committed to advancing mental wellbeing technologies and services through innovative approaches.

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Role and Responsibilities:

As a Psychologist, or Masters Degree Social Worker with Virtual Psychologist, you will have the unique opportunity to work remotely as long as you have a strong and secure internet connection. Your primary responsibilities will include providing mental health services to a diverse clientele that encompasses youth, new mums, men, disaster-affected individuals, emergency services personnel, Domestic and Family Violence, Drug and Alcohol and many others. Please note the focus is on treatment and not assessment. You must be proficient in working with clients for 6-12 sessions using a range of theoretical frameworks such as CBT, ACT, Solution Focused etc. The interview process will require a case presentation, formulation and treatment plan as part of behavioural interviewing.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Conducting text-based counselling sessions across treatment of 6-12 sessions.
2. Conducting video and audio counselling sessions across treatment of 6-12 sessions.
3. Assisting clients in distress, including those affected by disasters and emergencies.
4. Providing support and therapeutic interventions tailored to each client's needs.
5. Working autonomously while attending online team meetings and supervision.
6. Adhering to Virtual Psychologist's ethical guidelines and professional standards.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. Australian qualification in Psychology or Social Work.
2. Australian liability and indemnity insurance.
3. Proficiency in providing remote mental health services via text, video, and audio.
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to work independently and with a diverse range of clients.
6. Access to a reliable and secure internet connection.

Provisional Psychologists will be considered if you are from the Gold Coast/Brisbane area and can attend an office.

Benefits:

1. Flexible working hours - choose your own schedule but minimum shift availability must be 10 hours per week. (can break this up over 2-3 days)
2. Select your options to work across 6 days per week but once you have chosen your shifts you cannot vary from week to week. We offer services from 8am-6pm AEDT 6 days per week.
3. Remote work - work from anywhere in Australia. We welcome people based in the East to cover the later hours
4. Opportunity to work with a growing and innovative mental health technology company.
5. Full training provided on our purpose-built IT platform.
6. Variety of clients and cases, providing a rewarding and dynamic work experience.
7. Monthly supervision if you meet a minimum case load
8. Monthly Professional Development
9. Plus superannuation

Pay Scale:

Virtual Psychologist offers a competitive pay scale starting from $60 per hour (Plus superannuation), depending on your experience and qualifications. We recognise and value the expertise and dedication of our team members, and our pay structure reflects that commitment. We also offer supervision (Not part of the clinical endorsement program) and professional development.

Note:

Please mention your relevant experience in your cover letter when applying for the position. You MUST have treatment experience not just assessment experience.

At Virtual Psychologist, we are committed to promoting diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunities. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply for this position.

Application Deadline:

The application deadline for this position is 30 April 2025. We encourage early applications, as we will begin the selection process as soon as we receive suitable candidates. Looking for candidates for immediate start.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on people's mental health and meet the requirements outlined above, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience to [email protected] Please include "Virtual Psychologist Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line.

Join us at Virtual Psychologist and be part of our mission to transform mental health services and support individuals nationally on their journey to wellbeing. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling and rewarding career with us!

Contact Information:

If you have any questions or require further information about the position or the application process, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]

Join us at Virtual Psychologist, and together, let's make a difference in the lives of people across Australia by enhancing mental wellbeing through innovation and compassionate care.