NENW CAMHS Senior Clinical Psychologist
Lead with impact, shape young lives, and drive innovation in child and adolescent mental health.
Remuneration: $70.17 - $74.19 per hour + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Senior Clinical Psychologist
Location: Armidale Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ586694
Applications Close: Tuesday, 5th August 2025
Where you'll be working:
We are a specialist mental health service providing multidisciplinary assessments and clinical interventions for youth aged 0-17 experiencing complex mental health concerns. We have staff based at Tamworth, Armidale, & Inverell, and we work collaboratively across the region. Our team comprises psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, psychiatrists, a nurse and a dietitian.
Our team thrives on collaboration, working closely with schools, GPs, juvenile justice, and other community and hospital-based services to provide wraparound care. The role offers great variety and the chance to work across different settings, with strong support from leadership both within CAMHS and across broader district-wide networks, including dietetics and specialist services. It’s a vibrant, connected environment where your contribution will be valued and your professional growth supported.
About the role:
This role will provide expert assessment and evidence-based psychological treatments for children, youth and their families experiencing complex mental health concerns. You will work alongside other disciplines, often in a co-therapy model, to provide holistic, trauma-informed, carer-inclusive care.
As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, you will also join the leadership team within CAMHS, helping to shape the future of our service. In this exciting role, you’ll be providing onsite leadership in our Armidale office, you’ll be supervising students and early career psychologists, and you will also be driving service improvement initiatives.
You will be supported in this role by the NENW CAMHS Team Leader, CAMHS Rural & Regional Clinical Coordinator, Head of Discipline for Psychology, and our CAMHS Senior Clinical Psychologist for Education & Innovation.
About you:
We’re seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist with clinical endorsement and a strong background in mental health assessment, intervention, and care planning for children and young people with complex presentations. You’ll bring advanced clinical expertise, demonstrated leadership in influencing change, and a commitment to evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally safe care.
You’ll have a proven ability to build strong partnerships with a range of stakeholders, including Aboriginal communities, and contribute strategically to service development. A sound understanding of relevant legislation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to exercise independent clinical judgment are essential.
Requirements:
- 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.
- Eligibility to drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work purposes.
- Extensive experience or demonstrated ability to work with acute mental distress in child and youth community mental health settings.
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
- 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
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- 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 Sue-Ellen Trevett on SueEllen.Trevett@health.nsw.gov.au or Kylie Redman on Kylie.Redman@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
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
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.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
