Senior Clinical Psychologist
Step into a senior role where your clinical expertise and leadership directly impact care for trans and gender diverse young people.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until September 2026
Position Classification: Senior Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $144,702 - $152,992 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Newcastle | Awabakal Country
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ645835
Applications Close: Monday, 23rd March 2026
An exceptional opportunity exists for a Senior Clinical Psychologist and Allied Health Lead to combine advanced psychological assessment and treatment with high-level supervision, consultation, and multidisciplinary leadership within a highly specialised paediatric and youth service supporting trans and gender diverse children and young people.
This role offers genuine scope to influence clinical standards, strengthen workforce capability, and contribute to service innovation within an evolving and values-driven area of healthcare.
Working autonomously within a specialist service, you will champion evidence-based, trauma-informed, and affirming care, ensuring practice aligns with professional, ethical, and organisational standards.
What You'll Be Doing?
In this role, you will:
Deliver comprehensive psychological assessments, diagnosis, and treatment, including gender dysphoria assessment
Lead evidence-based individual and group interventions and evaluate therapeutic outcomes
Exercise independent clinical judgement in complex presentations
Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and consultation to psychologists and allied health clinicians
Support reflective practice and guide clinicians managing complex care needs
Contribute to and lead research, evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives
Influence service development and strategic planning at district and state levels
Model professional behaviours aligned with organisational values, codes of conduct, and excellence frameworks
This is an opportunity to shape practice, lead with purpose, and make a meaningful impact in a progressive and specialised service!
What You’ll Bring
You are an experienced and values-driven Clinical Psychologist with demonstrated leadership capability and a strong commitment to inclusive, affirming care for trans and gender diverse young people.
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
Advanced clinical expertise and sound diagnostic skills
Experience supervising and supporting clinicians
Clear, compassionate, and confident communication
Strong organisational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities
A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teamwork
A reflective and evidence-informed practice style
What We Can Offer You
You will receive comprehensive local orientation and ongoing leadership support
Professional development and education opportunities
Active involvement in service innovation and improvement initiatives
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.
Monthly Allocated Days Off
Four weeks annual leave per year
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.
Need more information?
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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.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or 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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