Clinical Psychologist - Inpatient Mental Health - Perm PT

This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with ‘N/A’.

Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia with Endorsement in Clinical or Forensic Psychology (or eligibility to progress to same), along with a minimum two year Full Time equivalent APAC accredited postgraduate Clinical Psychology or Forensic Psychology qualification

Please describe a client with complex mental health needs that you have assessed and treated. What assessment tools or approaches did you use, how did you formulate the client's needs, and what evidence-based interventions did you provide? What was the outcome?

Provide an example of a time when you worked within a multidisciplinary team to improve a client outcome or service delivery. What was your role, how did you communicate with different stakeholders, and what was the result?

Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Position Information

Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact **********@health.nsw.gov.au

- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences,



and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

Aboriginal Workforce

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Grow Your Career

- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

Child Safe Employment

- South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 Secure 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.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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📌 Clinical Psychologist - Inpatient Mental Health - Perm PT (City of Sydney)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 City of Sydney