Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ691197

Lead with purpose, inspire clinical excellence and make a meaningful difference. As the Psychosocial Clinical Lead, you’ll have the opportunity to shape clinical practice across three diverse services, support and mentor a multidisciplinary team, and remain connected to client care through a small caseload — all while being supported to grow your own leadership expertise through supervision, education and professional development.

Remuneration:$59.59 - $72.63 Per Hour (Dependant on Qualifications) + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time until October 2027

Position Classification:Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Lvl 4, Occupational Therapist Lvl 4, Snr Psychologist, Social Worker Lvl 4

Hours Per Week:32

Location:James Fletcher Hospital

Requisition ID:REQ691197

Applications Close:Sunday 27th September 2026

About the Role | Psychosocial Clinical Lead

The Psychosocial Clinical Lead will provide day-to-day clinical leadership across three key service streams: the Newcastle Cannabis Clinic, Stimulant Treatment Program, and Community Counselling teams. The role combines clinical leadership with a small individual caseload, offering an opportunity to remain connected to direct client care while supporting high-quality clinical practice across the services.

Working closely with staff, the Psychosocial Clinical Lead will provide clinical guidance across intake processes, clinical reviews, caseload reviews and complex case consultation, while supporting the ongoing development of staff capability, confidence and clinical skills.

The role will also provide clinical supervision to DACS staff and Psychology Masters students on placement, contributing to the development of emerging practitioners and strengthening clinical practice across the organisation.

You will be well supported by an experienced leadership team, including your Line Manager, District Allied Health Lead, District Manager and Senior Nurse Manager. A strong commitment to skilled growth and continuous learning is encouraged, with access to regular education sessions, training and professional development opportunities to support your clinical expertise and career aspirations.

The Psychosocial Clinical Lead will also have access to ongoing clinical supervision, ensuring you are supported to develop your practice, explore areas of professional interest and continue building your leadership capability.

Where You’ll Be Working

Based at James Fletcher Hospital, just moments from the beautiful Newcastle Beach, you’ll work in a welcoming and collaborative clinical environment with two of the teams you’ll lead - the Newcastle Cannabis Clinic and Stimulant Treatment Program.





The Community Counselling team operates across several locations throughout Greater Newcastle, providing accessible psychosocial support within the community.

You’ll work alongside a diverse and experienced team of Clinical Psychologists, Psychologists, Counsellors, and Nurse Counsellors, with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, share expertise, and contribute to high‑quality, person‑centred care across the region.

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:

- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
- Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
- Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
- Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

Requirements

- For Clinical Psychologist: 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.
- For Senior Psychologist: Hold general registration (or be eligible for same) as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia via AHPRA and either been employed on Year 9 on the psychology scale for at least one year or applied for a regrade to the position of senior psychologist and have had it successfully approved via a psychology regrade committee.
- Eligibility for professional membership with the relevant professional association and full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) where applicable.
- Demonstrated years' experience consistent with the minimum requirements outlined in the relevant industrial award for the profession.
- Eligibility to drive in NSW and ability to travel for work purposes.

Who you will be

Client-centred in your approach, with a strong commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care.

Experienced in evidence-based practice, with the ability to deliver effective clinical interventions and support colleagues in applying evidence-based treatment approaches.





A collaborative and supportive clinician, who enjoys mentoring, sharing knowledge and building the capability of others.

Highly organised with strong time‑management skills, able to balance clinical responsibilities, leadership priorities and competing demands.

A confident problem solver, with the ability to identify challenges, think creatively and develop practical solutions.

Committed to continuous improvement, with the skills to review existing processes, identify opportunities for improvement and implement strategies that enhance clinical practice and service delivery.

Additional information:

- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
- 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 [email protected] for confidential support.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a Recent Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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📌 Psychosocial Clinical Lead (New South Wales)
🏢 Southern NSW Local Health District
📍 New South Wales