Senior Clinical Psychologist - Child Development Team

Where you'll be working

Join the Child Development Team (CDT), a specialised multidisciplinary service based in Wallsend, dedicated to supporting children aged 18 months to 12 years experiencing challenges in two or more areas of development. As a tertiary-level team, CDT provides comprehensive developmental assessments and intervention services, working closely with families to create meaningful change.

About the role

As a Clinical Psychologist, you will:

• Provide assessment and therapeutic services to children and families with complex developmental and psychosocial needs.
• Offer clinical leadership within CDT and the broader health sector.
• Contribute an expert clinical perspective to drive client-centred service planning and delivery.
• Play an integral role in the multidisciplinary team, collaborating with professionals across various disciplines.
• Take on team leader responsibilities, guiding and mentoring staff while shaping the direction of service provision.

About you

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Have extensive experience working with children and families.
• Are passionate about supporting vulnerable families and providing holistic care.
• Enjoy working within a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Possess exceptional interpersonal skills and a high level of motivation.
• Are eager to engage in clinical leadership activities and contribute to service development.

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. Join a team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare – Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – supporting work-life balance
• Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport – discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – support for staff and family members
• Opportunities to collaborate with a range of healthcare professionals
  
  

Support & Development

• Comprehensive orientation led by a Team Leader.
• Access to internal and external professional development opportunities.
• Involvement in the Psychology Leadership Group, meeting regularly to support professional growth.
• Participation in weekly journal club and multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Clinical and leadership supervision to enhance your expertise and leadership skills.

If you are looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you!

Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Amber Roberts on Amber.Roberts@health.nsw.gov.au


Additional Information:

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or 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. 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.