Help transform how psychological care is delivered to children and young people following acute trauma. Influence clinical practice, build the capability of health professionals and contribute to the development of a contemporary, integrated and trauma-informed model of paediatric trauma care. Vacancy Reference No. 748214 This is a Permanent Part Time appointment at 45.6 hours (0.6 FTE) per fortnight. Applicants assessed as suitable through this process will be considered for other vacancies within the team (within the next 12 months). Demonstrated knowledge and skill application capability for working with acute traumatic stress presentations is required for this role.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist to join the Department of Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology (DCPN) at Perth Children’s Hospital and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care within a multidisciplinary team – the State Paediatric Trauma Service . This is a unique chance to join a newly established service and provide specialist psychological care to children, adolescents and families experiencing complex psychological and mental health needs associated with acute and chronic medical conditions and traumatic injury. As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, you will play a key role in ensuring the psychological impact of acute trauma is recognised and addressed early. You will contribute to comprehensive assessment and care planning, family meetings and case discussions as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team. You will help shape the delivery of integrated, holistic and coordinated care that responds to the complex needs of patients and families, with a strong focus on supporting physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing.



You will also provide senior clinical consultation to medical and surgical specialists and other health professionals, contributing your expertise to complex clinical presentations and supporting the broader multidisciplinary team in responding to the psychological needs of children and families affected by trauma.

Key responsibilities
include:

- Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams across the Trauma Service and PCH.
- Providing expert consultation to health professionals and services on complex psychological presentations in the context of medical treatment and trauma.
- Providing high-level clinical supervision to clinical psychologists and other health professionals.
- Developing and delivering specialist education and training programs.
- Contributing to the development of clinical protocols, assessment processes and innovative models of psychological care.
- Leading or contributing to research, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
- Supporting the continued development of integrated, trauma-informed psychological care across the paediatric trauma pathway.

About you

If you are an experienced Clinical Psychologist who brings advanced clinical expertise, sound professional judgement and the ability to work independently in complex and changing environments, we encourage you to apply.



Experience providing psychological services within a hospital or paediatric setting, particularly where psychological care is integrated with complex medical treatment, will be highly regarded. Please note a Master or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and eligibility for full registration and endorsement in Clinical Psychology with the Psychology Board of Australia is a requirement for this role. Prior health sector experience is preferred but not required.

About the State Paediatric Trauma Service at Perth Children’s Hospital

Perth Children’s Hospital’s State Paediatric Trauma Service is being established to provide a coordinated, multidisciplinary and trauma-informed approach to the care of children and young people following serious traumatic events. Trauma can have a profound impact on children and their families, extending well beyond physical injury. Our Service is designed to ensure children and families receive seamless physical, emotional and psychological care from the moment of trauma through treatment, discharge and recovery. A key focus of the Service is the early identification and proactive response to the physical, emotional and psychological impacts of trauma. By integrating psychological care into the trauma pathway, the Service will support children and families throughout their hospital journey and into recovery, strengthening continuity of care and helping ensure that no aspect of a child's recovery is overlooked. The Service will also support the workforce caring for children following trauma. Trauma presentations can be complex and emotionally demanding for clinical staff. Through education, specialist guidance and simulation training, the Service will build workforce capability, strengthen multidisciplinary

📌 Senior Clinical Psychologist (Perth)
🏢 Child and Adolescent Health Service
📍 Perth