Clinical Psychologist
Influence service development through quality improvement, governance and research opportunities.
Employment Type: Permanent and Temporary Part Time (Until April 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $57.30 - $69.84 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: We have two opportunities on offer, one Permanent Part Time (24hrs), one Temporary Part Time (16hrs)
Requisition ID: REQ655400
Location: Newcastle | Awabakal Country
Applications Close: Tuesday, 05 May 2026
Where you’ll be working
Our Trans and Gender Diverse Health Service, supported by the Statewide Trans and Gender Diverse Service, is based in Newcastle and provides specialist, evidence-based care to transgender and gender diverse children, adolescents and their families. You’ll be part of a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team that includes nursing, psychiatry, social work, psychology, speech pathology, paediatric and adult endocrinology, dietetics, adolescent medicine, GP specialists and excellent administrative support. The team is committed to thoughtful, patient-centred and reflective practice in a complex and evolving area of care.
About the role
As a Clinical Psychologist, you’ll deliver specialised psychological services for trans and gender diverse young people and their families, with a strong focus on assessment, formulation and therapeutic intervention. Your work will include face-to-face and telehealth consultations, comprehensive psychological assessments including gender dysphoria assessments, report writing and consultation with families and health professionals.
You’ll also contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions, clinical review meetings and case formulation, while providing expert clinical input to support patient-centred service planning. The role includes evaluating therapy outcomes, contributing to quality improvement, research and governance processes, and helping shape innovative models of care. You’ll exercise independent clinical judgement within professional, organisational, legal and ethical boundaries, with genuine scope to influence practice standards and service development.
About you
You are a skilled and compassionate clinician with strong clinical psychology foundations and a genuine interest in gender-affirming care. You bring confidence in complex assessment and intervention, alongside the ability to work independently within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
You bring:
⭐Generally registered as a clinical psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia with area of practice endorsement in clinical psychology via 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.
⭐Experience in complex assessment, formulation and therapeutic intervention.
⭐Confidence exercising independent clinical judgement within an MDT setting.
⭐Commitment to ethical, patient-centred care.
⭐Interest in, or experience with, gender dysphoria and trans and gender diverse populations.
⭐Strong report writing and communication skills.
⭐Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Most importantly, you bring compassion, professionalism and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care to trans and gender diverse young people and their families.
The Perks
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
✅Proximity to shopping and other services )
✅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
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For role related queries or questions contact Kaitlyn Rooney on Kaitlyn.Rooney@health.nsw.gov.au
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
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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.
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 to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent and temporary part time vacancies.
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