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Part time, fixed term (0.4 EFT until 12/8/2028 & 0.2 EFT until 30/6/2027)
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Days of work: Wednesday to Friday
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Campus: PMCC Parkville
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Salary: PL1-PL4 ($108,280 to $123,906 (pro-rata for part time) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world-leading comprehensive cancer centre, dedicated to excellence across clinical care, research and education.
We are home to Australia's largest cancer research enterprise and provide treatment to around 40,000 people with cancer each year.
Welcoming staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences is integral to fostering innovation and compassion and delivering the best possible cancer care for our patients.
About the team
The Psychosocial Oncology Program provides specialist psychological care to people affected by cancer and their families across Peter Mac.
Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, the service supports patients throughout their cancer journey through evidence-based psychological assessment, intervention, education, supervision, and research.
The team is committed to advancing psychosocial oncology practice through clinical excellence, innovation, professional development, and collaboration with internal and external healthcare partners.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Psychologist Grade 3 to provide specialist psychological care to people with cancer.
This senior role combines advanced clinical practice with supervision, leadership, education, quality improvement, and research activities.
Working closely with multidisciplinary tumour stream teams, you will deliver evidence-based psychological interventions, provide secondary consultation and supervision to psychologists and trainees, contribute to service development initiatives, and support the ongoing growth of Peter Mac's renowned Psychosocial Oncology Program.
A regular day will see you:
Providing specialist psychological assessment and evidence-based treatment to oncology patients
Delivering clinical supervision and support to psychology registrars, interns, students and staff
Building strong clinical partnerships with multidisciplinary tumour stream teams
Leading and contributing to quality improvement, service development and research initiatives
About you
You are an experienced Clinical Psychologist who brings both advanced clinical expertise and a collaborative approach to patient care.
You are passionate about supporting people affected by cancer, enjoy working within multidisciplinary healthcare environments, and are committed to developing the next generation of psychology clinicians through supervision, mentoring and education.
You'll bring with you:
General registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and endorsement in Clinical Psychology
Minimum five years' experience as a practising psychologist
Approval as a Psychology Board of Australia supervisor
Demonstrated experience providing psychological services within oncology, health care and/or mental health settings
Proven ability to provide clinical supervision, mentorship and support to staff and trainees
Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
Experience in psychosocial oncology
Expertise in quality improvement, research methodology and program evaluation
Experience supervising postgraduate psychology students and registrars
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
Discounted health insurance and eye care




Comprehensive health and wellbeing program
Public transport options at our doorstep and end-of-journey facilities for cyclists
Onsite cafes, eateries and rooftop garden spaces
Pathways for professional development and career progression
Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading and purchased leave options
Flexible, hybrid working arrangements where operationally appropriate
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.
We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check and a valid Working with Children Check.
This role is classified as
Immunisation Category B
, and the successful applicant will be required to meet Peter Mac immunisation requirements.
Position Summary
Main performance objectives of the position include:
Providing clinical psychological interventions to people with cancer, and their families using evidence based treatments
Provision of clinical supervision of interns, registrars& staff
Development and management of aspects of the Department such as Postgraduate student program
Provision of secondary consultation
Building clinical relationships with assigned tumour streams.
Contributing to the development of the Psychosocial-oncology Program
Engaging in quality projects
Engaging in regular team meetings and strategic planning.
To be involved in research projects conducted in the department
Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement *********
Classification or Salary Range
PL1-PL4 Grade 3
Immunisation Category B
Key Relationships
Internal
Members of the multi-disciplinary team: Surgical, Medical & Radiation oncologists
Palliative care staff
Clinical Nurse Coordinators
Unit nurses and inpatient nursing staff
Allied health staff
other clinical and administrative staff
External
Health professionals working in related fields
General Practitioners
Community Mental Health
University linkages
non-government organisations
universities
Skills
Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
A minimum of five years' experience as a practicing psychologist
PBA approved supervisor
Ability to provide psychological services to people and their families in oncology/health care/mental health
Ability to provide clinical supervision and support to staff and trainees
Ability to initiate projects
Interest in Research
Expert communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment
Endorsement in 'clinical psychology' area of practice
Expertise in quality, research methodology and program evaluation
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities
Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
Professional
Provides support to the Head of Clinical Psychology in the provision of a professional service to the organization
Works effectively as a member of the psychology team
Demonstrates commitment to continuing professional development




Acts within own professional and skill limitations
Acts according to professional and ethical standards outlined complying with the code of ethics and legal requirements of the psychology profession
Communicates in a timely and effective manner to Head of Clinical Psychology
Provides clinical leadership to the psychology team, including provisionally registered psychologists
Provides expertise and leadership in cross-departmental projects/committees
Attends regular supervision
Attends continuing professional development to the registration standard of the PBA
Provides and assists with supervision of staff and students
Knowledge of the principles and application of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation and policies
Demonstrates the ability to function independently as a clinical psychologist
Maintains appropriate records
As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, provides specialist psychological consultation and advice to other staff on treatment interventions.
Assists in the planning, evaluation and development of clinical service delivery
Exercises a high level of interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to consult, liaise and negotiate with consumers, carers, family members, members of the general community and other professionals
Demonstrates experience and skill in clinical interventions
Provides psychological assessment and evidence based treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups, for psychiatric disorders including mood, anxiety and adjustment disorders
Patient records are completed within 24hrs of appointment
Maintains records of current patients undergoing treatment
Attends regular meetings with designated clinical service teams
Demonstrates high level communication skills and ability to work effectively with members of the MDT
Acts as a clinical resource within psychology and MDT team
Key Accountabilities (Contd.)
Education & Research
Contribute to the training and supervision of clinical psychology postgraduate students and clinical staff as appropriate.
Participate in the provision of education to the health care team, the organization and community organizations re the following: The role of clinical psychology in:
Psychological management of people with cancer and their families
Mental health issues
Psychosocial aspects of health and disease
Participate in research projects under the direction of the Head of Department and Director of Psychosocial Oncology
Active participation in postgraduate student program, e.g. supervision, education and liaison with the University supervisor
Supervises grade 2 psychologists and psychology interns
Gives educational presentations
Proposes and develops quality improvement projects for the clinical psychology service and for organization-wide accreditation as appropriate
Proposes, develops research projects for the clinical psychology service as appropriate
Involvement in Department research activity
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, adaptable work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which our five sites are located throughout Victoria.
We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
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📌 Clinical Psychologist Grade 3 (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne