Early Career Psychology Group Supervision
next group starting Wednesday 22nd November at 2:30pm!
Each group will be facilitated by one of our experienced PsyBA Board Approved Supervisors in online and face-to-face formats. Each facilitator will address topics of their interest and knowledge to provide a wide range of specialities, discussion and learning. To read more about our Supervisors, click here .
Here you will find some Frequently Asked Questions about this group, as well as details about how to register.
What is the Group?
This is a group supervision program for provisional, early career, registered psychologists, or any other mental health workers in Tasmania and beyond able to attend online.
There will be many weekly 1.5-hour skills focussed presentations with hands on activities and learning. At this stage we will be offering four week blocks of supervision on specific topics.
Where is it held?
The group supervision sessions are being held online via Zoom, some sessions may be run in person at our Prospect office depending on the content delivered, and Supervisor.
Who runs the project?
Each session is run by a Clinical Psychologist and PsyBA Board Approved Supervisor, either Catherine Bishop or Michaela Young. They can all act as secondary supervisors for your intern/ registrar programs, with approval from your primary supervisor if you require.
Guest speakers may be used as appropriate to address specific topics.
When is it held?
Groups will be starting early 2023, and running across different days depending on the Supervisor! See the Calendar of topics for dates.
How much does it cost?
We are currently offering series of 4x1.5-hour skills presentation for an all-inclusive cost of $500.
Supervision costs are not subject to GST for provisional psychologists completing an approved internship. GST will apply for attendees who are not completing the 4+2 or 5+1 internship. Sessions can be invoiced to the individual early career psychologist, or to an organisation directly, and are payable in advance of the session. If an organisation will be providing payment. Please advise admin on 03 6388 9229 when you book into a session.
How big is the group?
The group must have three members attending for a session to run. The group will be capped at five early career psychologists per skills session to allow supervisees to meet group supervision requirements for counting hours toward their internship.
Do I have to attend every session?
You will sign up and pay for a 4-week block of sessions. You are able to miss a session if necessary but this session will not be able to be rescheduled or refundable.
What will the group cover?
The group will cover a range of issues, concerns, and competencies relevant to early career psychologists and mental health professionals. These will include, but are not limited to, meeting competencies as per PSYBA requirements for 4+2, 5+1 and clinical registrar pathways, the National Psychology Exam, resource development, navigating early career challenges including identity development, and case reviews.
Can I count supervision hours?
Yes! You can count group supervision hours up to the limit determined by your registration pathway. For the 4+2 pathway you can count up to 60 supervision hours over the internship. For the 5+1 pathway you can count up to 30 supervision hours over the internship. Registered psychologists can count their own case presentation minutes in their CPD requirements.
What if i booked in but then later needed to cancel?
Attendees will be required to give 72 hours notice before the first session to avoid cancellation fees. If 72-48 hours notice is provided, 50% of the fee will be charged. If 0-48 hours notice is provided, the full fee will be charged. If there is a waiting list for the group and another participant is able to attend in your place, then you will not be charged a fee.
Do I need to do anything to prepare for sessions?
Attendees will be required to complete any set pre-reading, case preparation, or other set activities prior to the session. You will be notified via email what is required prior.
How do I register my interest for other topics/ dates?
By completing the EOI form at the top of the page.