Clinical Psychologist

Are you a psychologist looking for a rewarding opportunity within a dynamic and supportive interdisciplinary team? The Children’s Complex Pain Service at John Hunter Children’s Hospital is seeking a passionate professional to join our team in a relief position 

Remuneration: $109,247 – $133,156 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time – Until May 2026
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ543678
Closing Date: 16/02/25

Why Join Us?
We provide specialised outpatient care for children and young people experiencing chronic and complex pain, supporting them and their families through a trauma-informed framework. You'll work alongside a fun and effective interdisciplinary team, including a Pain Specialist, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Clinical Psychologist, Physiotherapist, and Admin Officer. This role allows you to make a meaningful impact through client-focused assessment, formulation, and treatment while engaging in creative therapy approaches to build rapport and collaborate with young clients. You'll benefit from a highly supportive environment, including individual supervision and regular peer supervision with John Hunter Children’s Hospital psychologists. Additionally, you'll have access to Explain Pain Training and the opportunity to work alongside an experienced Clinical Psychologist specialising in paediatric pain.

What We’re Looking For:

• Confidence in your role as a psychologist, with at least five years of experience post-graduation
  
• Experience working with children, young people, and families OR with complex pain
  
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed practice
  
• Excellent communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced, team-focused environment
  
• Ability to provide face-to-face and telehealth support to disadvantaged clients

If you are passionate about working in a collaborative, supportive, and innovative clinical setting, we encourage you to apply!

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 the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 

 
Essential Criteria:

• Current registration as a Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• 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 website.

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For role related queries or questions contact Fiona Dyet on Fiona.Dyet@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. 
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New 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.  

Information for Applicants: 

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.