SCHN - Clinical Psychologist – Complex Adolescent Clinic - REQ600134
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 21 August 2026 - Backfill Maternity Leave
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: 109247 - 133156 - Full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ600134
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: 29/08/2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
This purpose of this position is to provide specialist inpatient and outpatient clinical psychology services to the Department of Adolescent Medicine, Complex Adolescent Clinic at the Children’s Hospital Westmead.
The Department of Adolescent Medicine Complex Adolescent Clinic (CAC) is a unique tertiary/quaternary medical service for adolescents with complex and chronic medical conditions. This includes; chronic pain syndromes, post viral fatigue syndromes, complications of chronic illness, functional disorders, poor adherence to treatment and complex psychosocial situation. Adolescents referred have associated poor levels of functioning, poor levels of school participation, unsuccessful outpatient or inpatient treatment with paediatricians, subspecialists and community mental health services
The position of Clinical Psychologist will provide;
- Evidence-based psychological care to adolescents and their families.
- Expert psychology input to the multidisciplinary clinical team regarding strategies for assessment and management of psychological issues.
- Research, teaching and supervision activities to the clinical team as needed.
The Clinical Psychologist will fulfil a range of clinical, administrative, professional, teaching/training, and quality/research responsibilities, as outlined in the Key Accountabilities. They will abide by the hospital code of conduct and participate in annual performance reviews.
The Department of Adolescent Medicine has a number of multi-disciplinary clinical teams. The Clinical Psychologist may be required to work in any of the teams, according to service needs as determined by the Head of Department.
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
- Completion of 2 year (minimum) full time equivalent accredited postgraduate Masters or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology.
- Full registration with the AHPRA Psychology Board of Australia, with Clinical Psychology endorsement, or eligibility to progress to the same.
- Experience in psychological assessment and treatment of adolescents and their families with complex and/or chronic illness presentations
- Training and experience in research methods including design, ethics preparation, data analysis and reporting.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Applicants currently enrolled in a combined Masters/PhD are eligible to apply if they have completed the equivalent of Masters degree requirements as part of the PhD pathway. Evidence of this is demonstrated by a completed PDEC-76 form and cover letter from the University confirming Masters degree requirements have been met.
Applicants are eligible to apply if they have completed an accredited Masters degree and are awaiting their graduation ceremony. Written confirmation from the University is required.
Successful applicants who have completed the Masters degree or Masters degree requirements and are awaiting full registration from the Psychology Board of Australia will be paid at Year 2 of the Psychologist Scale until they have full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, at which point they will commence on Year 1 of the Clinical Psychologist scale
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
Salary packaging for tax savings
Meal entertainment savings
Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness Passport
Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description
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Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Chamila Mendis on chamila.mendis@health.nsw.gov.au.
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN 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.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website
For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
Eligibility List
An eligibility list may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
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