Senior Psychologists/Social Workers
Job No:
91093
Location:
Sydney and Melbourne
- Play a lead role in advancing innovation in parenting and family support
- Join a dynamic organisation committed to building and sharing evidence of what works
- Attractive remuneration circa $106,575 – $118,755 PLUS super
- Sydney and Melbourne based, full-time basis
About the Parenting Research Centre
The Parenting Research Centre seeks better outcomes for children by increasing effectiveness and fostering innovation in the way families are supported in their parenting. We work collaboratively with our clients to deliver tailored, outcomes-focused solutions based on the best available evidence.
We bring scientific rigour to the practical task of improving the quality and effectiveness of services and supports provided to children and families. We help our clients to solve problems and achieve their intended outcomes by:
- undertaking rigorous analytical, evaluation and quality improvement research
- making evidence accessible and useful to decision makers through best-practice knowledge synthesis, translation and exchange
- improving service quality and effectiveness with evidence-informed practice design and implementation support.
We are an independent, not-for-profit organisation and work with governments and community organisations in the fields of health, education and welfare.
About the Opportunities
We now require additional Senior Practice Design Specialists. These roles based in Sydney and Melbourne would suit senior Psychologists/Social workers who are committed to and experienced in supporting organisations, teams and practitioners in improving quality of practice in working with families.
You will be responsible for the delivery of exciting collaborations tasked with practice design, and/or supporting the implementation of evidence-based practices and programs in government and non-government agencies working with families in welfare, education and health sectors.
Additionally, you will work within contemporary knowledge-exchange, and implementation frameworks, building the capacity of our partners to identify, adapt and apply the best evidence in the development of services, programs and practices.
More specifically, some of your key duties will include, but may not be limited to:
- Designing, establishing and delivering projects requiring strong program and practice design elements;
- Collaborating closely with community-based practitioners and organisational leaders in the adaptation and/or design of evidence-informed practices and programs;
- Working closely with other specialists in implementation and evaluation to design, and deliver technical support for programs and practices being implemented in the field;
- Building high performing project teams, and facilitate strong relationships both internally and externally;
- Contributing to the development of competitive tenders, and consultancy and contract project proposals;
- Managing complex stakeholder relationships, including funders, and represent the Centre at relevant forums; and
- Assisting in designing and delivering other implementation support activities according to needs and resources of project partners;
About You
The successful candidates will hold post-graduate qualifications in Social Sciences or other relevant field, along with high-level practice skills and extensive clinical experience. You'll have demonstrated ability to support practice development, including exceptional small-group facilitation, supervision and coaching skills, as well as experience in implementing evidence-based practices and programs, and demonstrated ability to work within an applied research paradigm.
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrated skills at defining key outcomes, identifying critical pathways, and troubleshooting project obstacles will be essential, as will the ability to achieve results through collaboration with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. In addition, demonstrated team work skills and capacity to lead successful project teams.
Your exceptional written and verbal communications skills will ensure a high level of personal productivity and work impact, while your excellent interpersonal skills ensure your ability to design, adapt, and support the systematic application of practices and programs.
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About the Benefits
In recognition of your hard work and dedication, you will enjoy an attractive remuneration along with a range of benefits including:
- A supportive, flexible and autonomous working environment;
- 5 weeks annual leave each year with the option to purchase additional leave;
- Support to develop your skills and practice; and
- Opportunity to be part of exciting projects and make a difference in the lives of parents and children.
Best of all, you will gain tremendous satisfaction in this rewarding role where you will have the opportunity to support parents with raising happy and healthy children.
If you're ready for a new challenge and want to join a supportive and dynamic organisation — Apply Now!
We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.
Apply now for this role by completing the selection criteria questions below in your own words, and clicking the 'Next' button at the bottom of the page. You will then be given the opportunity to attach your resume.