VACANCY NOTICE
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
The Government of Montserrat is seeking to recruit a Clinical Psychologist in the Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) to provide high quality clinical psychology services to the Montserrat population and to provide support and advice to the Medical and Social Services teams in provision of age specific support, mental health services and elderly care. In addition, to train Social Services and Health staff, including Mental Health and Prison Staff; also Carers involved with elderly and young people on the island; and identifying distant support services in relevant areas to assist them long-term.
CANDIDATES QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE’ PROFILE
The Candidate must:
- Be a Broadly Qualified Clinical Psychologist;
• Have essential experience in working with children who have been abused and their families;
- Have background in cognitive therapy;
- Have the ability to employ brief therapy;
- Be knowledgeable of computer based therapies;
- Have experience in working with people with mental health issues;
- Have a broad range of clinical psychological experiences especially with children and young people who are disabled, people with mental illness, and elderly people.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF ENGAGEMENT
The terms and conditions applicable for this appointment include:
- A commencing appointment in January 2014 for a period of two (2) years;
- The total remuneration package for the post of Clinical Psychologist is EC$210,000 (taxable) per annum. In addition, a transport allowance will be paid at the rate of $9,600.00 per annum, which is not taxable.
HOW TO APPLY:
Detailed Terms of Reference for the Clinical Psychologist can be viewed by clicking on the link http://psru.gov.ms/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/ToR-Clinical-Psychologist.pdf
To apply, send your covering letter with the completed application form, along with your curriculum vitae, evidence of qualifications and experience and the names of at least two referees by mail to the Human Resources Management Unit, Office of the Deputy Governor, Brades, Montserrat or by email to jobs@gov.ms on or before Friday, October 25, 2013.
