Principal Clinical Psychologist – Hybrid (Port Kembla Hospital)

Be pivotal in leading psychological services across the Illawarra Shoalhaven and be part of the key clinical leadership in Allied Health.

$173,717 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full-time | Hybrid (On-site based at Port Kembla Hospital) | REQ622537 | Grade: Principal Clinical Psychologist | Applications close: 3 December 2025

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

As the Principal Psychologist with ISLHD, you’ll lead strategic leadership and expert clinical governance across a district-wide psychology workforce. You’ll drive strategic direction, shape innovative models of care, and expand psychology roles across multiple sites. You will collaborate with executives and allied health leaders to integrate psychology into organisational priorities and deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

The successful candidate will mentor senior clinicians, strengthen partnerships with universities, and foster opportunities for research, teaching, and innovation. Throughout, you act as a connector and influencer—building strong professional links, promoting integrated care, and ensuring the psychological workforce is supported, capable, and delivering exceptional outcomes.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

-         Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

-         Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

-         Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

-         Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

-         Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

-         Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

-         Free Parking on site

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

-         Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

-         Working With Children Check (WWCC)

-         Accredited postgraduate qualification in Psychology and full registration with the Psychology Board of AHPRA with endorsement in Clinical Psychology

-         Valid NSW C class Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

-         Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.

-         Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

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-         For role-related queries or help applying, contact Allison Ferguson at ​allison.ferguson@health.nsw.gov.au