Learn from a lunch time series of legal experts about the perennial problems psychologists encounter and tips to address these issues. Gain an understanding of what documentation is required to be provided to Governing Bodies when requested, consider aspects for drafting employee contracts and explore family violence, subpoenas and Family Law Reform. A must attend lunch time series. WEB235N28Z
Attend and earn 3 CPD hours
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
If you register for the full series as a live online product after the date of an individual session, you will be sent the recording for the sessions that have passed. Alternatively, you can register for individual sessions by following the links below.
Legal Requirements when Responding to Document Requests by Governing Bodies
Navigate the complexities involved with responding to document requests and audits by governing bodies in psychology practice. Get equipped with an understanding of what you are supposed to provide and what options you have in response to regulatory action.
Ena Shaw, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Nationally Accredited Mediator, Registered Psychologist
- Responding to regulatory complaints (AHPRA/OHO/HCCC)
- What happens when a complaint is made about me to a regulator?
- Common reasons for complaint
- Tips for responding to complaints
- Potential outcomes (case studies)
- Medicare
- I have a Medicare provider number, what now?
- Third-parties billing Medicare services on my behalf
- Ensuring proper use of MBS items and how to correct mistakes
- Medicare is knocking on the door – am I ready to answer?
Presented by Scott Ames, Principal, Meridian Lawyers; Best Lawyers 2023, Insurance Law
Attend and earn 1 CPD hour
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Presenters
Ena Shaw, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Nationally Accredited Mediator, Registered PsychologistEna has a strong passion for mediation since starting in the mediation field over 30 years ago, having worked as a clinical practitioner, academic, researcher and trainer in a wide range of fields of mediation, combining psychological principles with conflict resolution. Because of this, Ena has always worked towards increasing the general awareness of and respect for the profession. In the last three years, as Vice-President of VADR, Ena has had the opportunity to work with and support mediators in all areas of mediation, to understand their concerns and promote mediation to the wider community. Ena was the Chair of the 4th National Mediation Conference in Melbourne, 1998, and Chair of the Board for the 12th National Mediation Conference, Melbourne 2014. In addition, as the Family Dispute Resolution Training Manager at Relationships Australia Victoria, she conducted an extensive range of programs in the mediation field, developing one of the first training programs in Victoria, also assisting Relationships Australia to become a Registered Training Organisation, thus developing the training Programme for the Vocational Diploma of Dispute Resolution. In her private practice, I have extensive experience in the settlement of disputes involving interpersonal relationships such as family law, elder mediation, parent-adolescent, workplace, neighbourhood and gender-based harassment disputes and have conducted extensive training programs for federal, state and local government in all these areas. Ena has lectured at RMIT in Dispute resolution. Ena was awarded Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner of the Year, 2024
Scott Ames, Principal, Meridian Lawyers
Scott practises as an insurance and litigation lawyer and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Victoria in 2002. He joined Meridian Lawyers in late 2010, relocating to open the firm’s Brisbane office in October 2012. Throughout his career, Scott has accumulated a wealth of experience in health and public and product liability claims in Victoria and Queensland. His interest and expertise has focused on acting for nearly every category of health professional registered under the National Law to defend civil claims. He has particular expertise responding to investigations by statutory health authorities such as AHPRA, the Office of the Health Ombudsman, Medicare, and defends disciplinary proceedings referred by National Boards to the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal. Scott is known for his ability to grasp technical concepts quickly, his caring approach to clients in times of stress and for his pragmatic and uncomplicated advice. Scott has been recognised by Best Lawyers Australia since 2019, for his expertise in Insurance Law. He is a member of the Queensland Law Society, the Medical Law Society of Queensland and the Australian Insurance Law Association. He regularly contributes to industry events and has presented at the Australian Pharmacy Professional Conference and Australian Veterinary Association events.
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Crucial Employment Concerns in Psychology Practice
Explore crucial employment law concerns that directly impact psychology practice, such as contractor vs employee considerations, contractual obligations and limitations.
- Contractor or employee considerations
- What’s the difference between an employee and a contractor?
- What happens if you get it wrong?
- Practical tips for navigating these issues
- Writing contracts
- Why are contracts important?
- Types of contracts
- Standard and non-standard terms
- What clauses to consider
- Updating contracts
- Termination of contracts
- Non-compete and non-solicitation
- What are restraints?
- Different types of restraints
- Are restraints enforceable?
Presented by Erin Lynch, Partner in Employment & Workplace Relations, Gadens; Sessional academic in Employment Law at University of Wollongong and Macquarie University
Ena Shaw, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Nationally Accredited Mediator, Registered Psychologist
Attend and earn 1 CPD hour
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Presenters
Ena Shaw, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Nationally Accredited Mediator, Registered PsychologistEna has a strong passion for mediation since starting in the mediation field over 30 years ago, having worked as a clinical practitioner, academic, researcher and trainer in a wide range of fields of mediation, combining psychological principles with conflict resolution. Because of this, Ena has always worked towards increasing the general awareness of and respect for the profession. In the last three years, as Vice-President of VADR, Ena has had the opportunity to work with and support mediators in all areas of mediation, to understand their concerns and promote mediation to the wider community. Ena was the Chair of the 4th National Mediation Conference in Melbourne, 1998, and Chair of the Board for the 12th National Mediation Conference, Melbourne 2014. In addition, as the Family Dispute Resolution Training Manager at Relationships Australia Victoria, she conducted an extensive range of programs in the mediation field, developing one of the first training programs in Victoria, also assisting Relationships Australia to become a Registered Training Organisation, thus developing the training Programme for the Vocational Diploma of Dispute Resolution. In her private practice, I have extensive experience in the settlement of disputes involving interpersonal relationships such as family law, elder mediation, parent-adolescent, workplace, neighbourhood and gender-based harassment disputes and have conducted extensive training programs for federal, state and local government in all these areas. Ena has lectured at RMIT in Dispute resolution. Ena was awarded Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner of the Year, 2024
Ms. Erin Lynch, Partner in Employment & Workplace Relations, Gadens
Erin has over 14 years’ experience in employment and workplace relations. Erin advises employers on all matters relating to the workplace, including enterprise agreements, bullying, investigations into inappropriate conduct, industrial disputes and performance management. Erin has experience across a range of industries and is able to assist employers in litigious and non-litigious matters. If a matter proceeds to litigation, Erin represents employers in State and Federal tribunals and Courts, including in post-employment restraint matters, general protections, discrimination and unfair dismissal claims. Erin works with clients in a proactive manner, including by delivering training and assisting with cultural and workplace change. Erin holds a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Law from the University Of Wollongong and since 2018 has been teaching Law of Employment and Labour Regulation at the University of Wollongong. In 2014, Erin completed the Key Executives Program at Harvard Business School and was awarded one of the top 30 lawyers under 30 by Lawyers Weekly in employment and workplace safety.
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Legal Matters in Psychology Practice
Dive into a session that dissects AVOs, DVOs, IVOs and family law reforms, to ensure you are equipped with the legal knowledge to best protect and advocate for your clients.
Ena Shaw, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Nationally Accredited Mediator, Registered Psychologist
Attend and earn 1 CPD hour
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Presenters
Ms. Susan Warda, Partner, Mills OakleySusan Warda is a Partner with national law firm Mills Oakley, an Accredited Specialist in Family Law, a Collaborative Lawyer, and a trained Parenting Coordinator. With extensive expertise in family law matters that involve complex financial issues, including property settlements dealing with family businesses, multiple assets, and superannuation splitting, she is highly regarded for both her knowledge and her professional approach. As an experienced mediator and trained collaborative law practitioner, Susan brings a wealth of experience working alongside other professionals to resolve clients’ disputes outside the Court system. Susan has played a pioneering role in the development of collaborative practice in Australia and is an advocate for alternative dispute resolution. As well as property and financial issues, Susan also acts for parents in a wide range of parenting disputes including Hague Convention Applications for international child abduction and complex matters concerning parenting arrangements. Susan is a fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL) and her achievements have seen her named again by Best Lawyers Australia Family Law 2024 as well as a Leading Family & Divorce Lawyer Sydney and a Leading Family Lawyer High Value & Complex Property Matters in the Doyle’s 2023 Guide. An active member of the profession and the community, Susan holds Board positions with the Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals and Variety the Children’s Charity Asia Pacific.
Ena Shaw, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Nationally Accredited Mediator, Registered Psychologist
Ena has a strong passion for mediation since starting in the mediation field over 30 years ago, having worked as a clinical practitioner, academic, researcher and trainer in a wide range of fields of mediation, combining psychological principles with conflict resolution. Because of this, Ena has always worked towards increasing the general awareness of and respect for the profession. In the last three years, as Vice-President of VADR, Ena has had the opportunity to work with and support mediators in all areas of mediation, to understand their concerns and promote mediation to the wider community. Ena was the Chair of the 4th National Mediation Conference in Melbourne, 1998, and Chair of the Board for the 12th National Mediation Conference, Melbourne 2014. In addition, as the Family Dispute Resolution Training Manager at Relationships Australia Victoria, she conducted an extensive range of programs in the mediation field, developing one of the first training programs in Victoria, also assisting Relationships Australia to become a Registered Training Organisation, thus developing the training Programme for the Vocational Diploma of Dispute Resolution. In her private practice, I have extensive experience in the settlement of disputes involving interpersonal relationships such as family law, elder mediation, parent-adolescent, workplace, neighbourhood and gender-based harassment disputes and have conducted extensive training programs for federal, state and local government in all these areas. Ena has lectured at RMIT in Dispute resolution. Ena was awarded Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner of the Year, 2024
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