CCLHD - Clinical Psychologist /Clinical Psychology Registrar – Mental Health

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: Commencing from $55.09 - $67.15 per hour
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 Hours Per Week
Location: Gosford
Requisition ID: REQ571793
Applications Close: Thursday 5 June 2025 at 11:59pm

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Clinical Psychologists based at Gosford on a Permanent Full Time and Part Time basis to join an innovative, new, allied health led, mental health initiative at the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD).

An exciting opportunity has become available in our new Brief Intervention Mental Health Service (BIMHS). BIMHS is a community-based team that will provide stepped-care options including brief intervention (Project Air), short term step-up allied health packages and prescription of internet-based therapies for people recovering from mental health crisis. This is a rare opportunity to showcase your exceptional clinical psychology skills as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team that makes real impact on people’s recovery.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You  

• Minimum Tertiary Bachelor Degree in Psychology with AHPRA registration OR Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology with endorsement to practice as a Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Neuropsychologist with AHPRA, OR eligibility to undertake registrar program for endorsement in clinical psychology/clinical neuropsychology.
• Demonstrated experience in provision of evidence-based psychological assessment and treatment for adults with a broad range of mental health problems.
• Ability to provide independent clinical judgement.
• Sound communication skills and demonstrated capacity to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Where you will be working 

This role provides a high quality, time limited, clinical service to consumers living in the community and their families/carers to facilitate optimal mental health outcomes and referrals to primary care.

As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. 

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Need More Information?

For role-related queries, please contact: Katherine Nicholls
Email: Katherine.Nicholls@health.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 4394 7629
Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

You are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.

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