Clinical Psychologist
Be part of shaping a responsive, evidence-based service in a rapidly evolving field.
Employment Type: Permanent and Temporary Part Time until April 2027
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $57.30 - $69.84 Per Hour + Salary Packaging + 12% Super
Hours Per Week: We are offering two opportunities, one permaent part time, 24 hours and another temparary part time, 16 hours
Location: Newcastle | Awabakal Country
Requisition ID: REQ641832
Applications Close: Monday, 23rd March 2026
Our Trans and Gender Diverse Health Service is supported by the Statewide Trans and Gender Diverse Service and based in Newcastle. We provide specialist, evidence-based care to transgender and gender diverse children, adolescents and their families.
The service is delivered by a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including nursing, psychiatry, social work, psychology, speech pathology, paediatric and adult endocrinology, dietetics, adolescent medicine, GP specialists with incredible administrative support. Our clinicians are deeply committed to thoughtful, patient-centred, and reflective practice in a complex and evolving field.
About the Role - A Day in the Life
This is a specialised role requiring strong clinical psychology foundations and a genuine interest in gender and trans health.
Your work will include:
- Direct clinical care (face-to-face and telehealth)
- Comprehensive psychological assessments, including gender dysphoria assessments
- Independent clinical formulation, diagnosis, and intervention
- Report writing and consultancy to families and health professionals
- Active participation in MDT, clinical review meetings, and case discussions
- Providing expert clinical perspectives to inform patient-centred service planning
- Evaluating therapy outcomes using standardised measures and adapting interventions to maximise outcomes
- Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and clinical research
- Supporting governance processes and innovative models of care
You will exercise independent clinical judgement while ensuring care is delivered within professional, organisational, legal, and ethical boundaries, reflecting practice-based evidence.
This role offers genuine scope for an experienced clinician to influence practice standards, support collaborative case formulation, and help shape the ongoing evolution of the service.
What We Can Offer You
We recognise that this is a specialised and often nuanced area of practice. You will join a team that is committed to strengthening clinical consistency, shared frameworks, and robust MDT decision-making.
You will join a committed MDT with regular clinical review processes and collaborative decision-making. Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology maintain close working relationships through shared case discussions and supervision.
There are opportunities to contribute to service development, policy, research, evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives. We also foster a workplace culture that values professional respect, inclusive practice and an environment that encourages transparent communication and shared accountability.
What You’ll Bring
- AHPRA registered as a Clinical Psychologist
- Experience in complex assessment, formulation, and therapeutic intervention
- Confidence exercising independent clinical judgement within an MDT setting
- Commitment to ethical, patient-centred care
- Interest and/or experience in gender dysphoria and working with transgender and gender diverse populations
- Strong report writing and communication skills
- A commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
Most importantly, you will bring compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to providing high-quality care to trans and gender diverse young people and their families.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential counselling and support services available to employees and their immediate family members
Be part of an organisation dedicated to “Together towards zero”, driving environmentally responsible and sustainable healthcare practices
Enjoy close proximity to shopping centres and essential services, supporting work–life balance and daily convenience
Four (4) weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part-time employees).
Salary packaging options - Access salary packaging benefits up to $11,600 per annum, plus novated leasing options to maximise your take-home pay.
Fitness Passport - Discounted access to a wide range of gyms and fitness facilities for you and your family, promoting health and wellbeing.
Additional Information
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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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For role related queries or questions contact Kaitlyn Rooney on Kaitlyn.Rooney@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment 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.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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