Clinical Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist in Training
Make a real impact where innovation meets compassion — join a leading mental health team shaping the future of care across the North West.
Remuneration: $109,247 - $133,156 per annum + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ574878
Applications Close: Sunday, 25th May 2025
Where you'll be working:
Join the North West Community Mental Health (NW CMH) Service in Tamworth, a contemporary and innovative service delivering acute mental health care across the North West catchment area. You’ll work in a multidisciplinary team that includes medical and allied health professionals committed to evidence-based, person-centred care.
The service has a strong clinical governance structure and is deeply committed to continuous improvement and innovation. You’ll be welcomed into a team that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and leading change in the delivery of ambulatory mental health services.
About the role:
This is a dynamic and rewarding role where you will:
- Conduct psychological assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions
- Participate in treatment planning and case reviews
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support clients with acute, severe, or diverse mental health presentations
- Apply your expertise autonomously while engaging with others to provide holistic care
About you:
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated psychologist who:
- Is confident delivering evidence-based psychological interventions
- Works well independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Is flexible, responsive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
- Is committed to ongoing learning and reflective practice
Requirements:
- Tertiary qualifications in Psychology
- Current registration (or provisional registration if in training) with the Psychology Board of Australia
- Experience or a strong interest in community mental health
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Anna Richards on anna.richards@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
