Clinical Psychologist / Psychologist in Training - Community Mental Health

Enhance mental health care through innovative, consumer-centred services in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens.

About us

Join the Greater Newcastle Mental Health Service, a welcoming and supportive community-based service dedicated to collaborative acute and rehabilitation mental health care. We deliver highly individualised services across:

• Centre-based care, home visits, virtual and telehealth services, and group work
• Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, and Port Stephens – close to stunning beaches, public transport, and shopping hubs
• A dynamic team that values clinical supervision, training, quality improvement, and staff wellbeing initiatives
• We also work closely with the Mater Inpatient Mental Health Centre, Centre for Psychotherapy, and Psychiatric Rehabilitation services, offering extended professional networks and collaborative care models.
  
  

About the role

As a Psychologist, you will:

• Provide clinical care for individuals living with mental illness, supporting both clients and their families.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with medical, allied health, and nursing professionals.
• Participate in weekly clinical reviews, case conferences, and joint consultations to enhance care.
• Engage in psychology huddles and daily team check-ins, fostering peer learning and support.
• Receive guidance and supervision from the Senior Psychologist, Clinical Coordinator, and Psychology Head of Discipline within Hunter New England Mental Health.
• This role offers opportunities for diverse therapy approaches, innovation in service delivery, and professional development.

About you

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled psychologist who:

• Has strong clinical and time management skills
• Enjoys rehabilitation-focused care and working holistically with consumers
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Is eager to apply a range of therapeutic modalities and interventions to meet consumer needs
  
  

Requirements

• Current registration as a Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate clinical psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration or recognised equivalent, displayed on the Psychology Board of Australia website; or completion of same within a 2-year period.
  
  

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. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Connection to extensive Hunter New England Mental Health Service network of speciality psychology and multidisciplinary teams ensuring great professional career development opportunities
• High quality structured individual and group clinical supervision
• Team development, education and support within Greater Newcastle Mental Health Service including weekly Learning & Development, weekly Practice & Process Programs and monthly Grand Rounds.
• Three-month comprehensive service orientation, supported by appointed mentor and multidisciplinary team
• Opportunity to develop and contribute to quality improvement initiatives with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
• 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 work-life 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