Grade 3 Psychologist - Paediatric Rehabilitation

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Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Grade 3 Psychologist to join our team in a fixed term role covering leave, starting immediately until 6 November 2026. Based primarily at Monash Children's Hospital, Clayton, this role will support the delivery of paediatric rehabilitation services across the Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (VPRS), with occasional travel to other sites as required.

Working within an interdisciplinary team, you will provide specialist rehabilitation services to children and adolescents recovering from major illness, injury, or elective procedures. You will deliver evidence-based, family-centred care that supports participation in everyday activities and helps children achieve their rehabilitation goals.

The role provides the prospect to work with a diverse paediatric caseload, including children with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, spinal injuries, functional neurological disorder, chronic fatigue syndrome, and other complex rehabilitation needs. You will lead referral triage and assessments for clinical psychology, develop and implement tailored rehabilitation programs, coordinate care and provide education aligned with the VPRS model of care.

You will also play an important role in building strong partnerships with families, schools, community services,



and multidisciplinary colleagues to support positive outcomes for children and their families.

About Us

The Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (VPRS) is a statewide specialist service which caters for the complex rehabilitation needs of children and adolescents after major injury, medical illness, and congenital conditions who undergo interventions aimed at functional maximisation. VPRS has 8 sites Eastern Health, Bendigo Health, Barwon Health, Ballart Health, Goulbourn Valley Health, Latrobe Regional Hospital and at The Royal Children’s Hospital. VPRS utilises a child and adolescent specific interdisciplinary care model according to best practice and will assist in delivering hospital, community- and home-based services. The service has a key role in providing long-term specialist follow-up clinics and ensuring transition to adult-based services where required.

About You

You are an experienced psychologist with experience in rehabilitation and or paediatric and adolescent care. You have strong clinical skills in assessment and risk management, have worked with both inpatient and outpatients, and are committed to evidence-based practice. With excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities, you work well both independently and in a team.

Qualification & licence requirements include:

- Current general registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
- Hold endorsement in Clinical Psychology, Educational and Developmental Psychology or Health Psychology
- Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) approved supervisor, or able to complete supervisor training within six months of accepting the role
- Minimum of five years professional experience as a Psychologist Grade 2 (or equivalent)

In Return

As a valued member of the Monash Health team,



you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

- Salary packaging– increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
- Professional development– access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
- Supportive team environment– work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Employee wellbeing– benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
- Career mobility– opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
- Diverse and inclusive workplace– join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.

At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Elise Colgrave, Acting VPRS Manager on 0436 191 ***.

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive,supportiveand future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity,transparencyand excellence.

You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We areFullHearted, OpenMindedandAllIn,enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness,equityand diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

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📌 Grade 3 Psychologist - Paediatric Rehabilitation (Monash)
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