South Metropolitan Health Service , every employee contributes to delivering safe, high-quality care to our community. Guided by our vision of Excellent health care, every time , we place research, innovation and continuous improvement at the centre of everything we do. We are building a culture of shared learning and leadership that reflects our commitment to being Collectively One, Locally Led . Through tailored development programs, leadership opportunities and contemporary ways of working, our people are empowered to grow, thrive and make a meaningful difference across every site and portfolio.
We are currently seeking Grade 2 Clinical Psychologists to join our Mental Health team at Fremantle Hospital and Health Service.
As a Clinical Psychologist you will perform a clinical, consultant, education and research psychology service with individuals, couples, families, groups, other professionals, and organisational systems within a multidisciplinary and team context. You will provide supervision to clinical psychology Registrars/ Trainees. You will also ensure practice is in accordance with the Psychology Board of Australia Registration Standards and SMHS policies and guidelines.
We currently have 2 vacancies available to be filled:
- Position No. | Assertive Community Treatment Team – Part Time – 9‑month contract (parental leave cover); 0.6 FTE / 45.6 hours per fortnight
- Position No. | V Block Inpatient Mental Health Services – Part‑Time – 12‑month contract (with possibility of extensions and/or permanency); 0.7 FTE / 53.2 hours per fortnight
Employee Benefits
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Versatile leave arrangements
- Other professional and location-based allowances
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‑employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.