Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Clinician - Karitane

We are seeking a qualified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Clinician in a temporary part-time role with our Perinatal, Infant and Child Mental Health Services (Toddler Clinic) Carramar and/or Campbelltown.

POSITION TITLE:                                        Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Clinician

DEPARTMENT:                                           Perinatal, Infant and Child Mental Health Services (Toddler Clinic)

OPERATIONAL BASE:                                Perinatal, Infant and Child Mental Health Services (Toddler Clinic) Carramar and/or Campbelltown.

STATUS:                                                     Part time temporary contract until June 2027

CLASSIFICATION:                                       Dependant on current qualifications: Allied Health or Nursing  

VACCINATION CATEGORY:                     A

RESPONSIBLE TO:                                    Director of Clinical Services through to the Perinatal, Infant

                                                                    and Child Mental Health Services (PICMHS) Manager

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PURPOSE

Karitane Parent, Infant and Child Mental Health Services (PICMHS) provides mental health assessment and therapeutic intervention for parents during the perinatal period (pregnancy and the first postpartum year) and families with young children 0-5 years.

The role of the PCIT Clinician is to provide intervention for parents and their children aged 12 months to 4 years. Primary treatment interventions will include Parent Child Interaction- Therapy (PCIT) and Parent Child Interaction Therapy- Toddlers (PCIT-T). Karitane PCIT services are flexibly delivered in person or via Telehealth. The PCIT Clinician may be required to deliver therapeutic services to clients presenting to outpatient, residential, and brief consultation-based services and support quality and practice improvement projects, and research initiatives.

The PCIT Clinician (Toddler Clinic) provides safe, effective, quality care consistent with Karitane’s mission, values and standards of care, and the Professional Code of Conduct.

Karitane staff provide safe, effective, quality care consistent with the organisation’s mission, philosophy, values and standards of care, and adhere to the NSW Health Code of Conduct.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

1.      AHPRA registration as a Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Registered Nurse. A degree in Psychology, Social Work or Nursing which provides eligibility for

membership of the relevant professional association/full registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

o   Psychologist should have full registration and Clinical Psychologist should have endorsement in Clinical Psychology or Master’s degree (or higher) in Clinical or Counselling Psychology.

o   Registered Nurse in order to meet Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1 should demonstrate at least 5 years fulltime equivalent post registration experience and approved post registration nursing/midwifery qualifications relevant to perinatal, infant and/or child mental health. 

2.      Trained and experienced in Parent -Child Interaction (PCIT).

3.      Knowledge and experience in working with families and an understanding of infant mental health.

4.      Computer literacy and ability to use technology for the purposes of service delivery.

5.      Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

6.      Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to mediate and negotiate conflict effectively.

7.      Demonstrated understanding of parenting in the context of diversity.

8.      Current Driver’s Licence.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Temporary part time employment in accordance with The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ Professional and Associated Staff Agreement 2022 or The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ Nurses Agreement 2017 .   Shift times and days may be varied according to the needs of the organisation. Karitane services are provided at a number of sites within the Sydney Metropolitan Area. The majority of Karitane’s services close for approximately two weeks over the Christmas/New Year period, during which time employees are required to take leave. 

This position may be required to provide clinical services via Telehealth in a work from home capacity.

Karitane supports a smoke free environment including grounds, buildings and vehicles.

Applicants will have a commitment to EEO & WHS, ethical practice and the principles of cultural diversity.

Relevant Police Check, Working with Children Check, Apprehended Violence Orders and prior employment checks, including relevant disciplinary proceedings, will be conducted on recommended applicants

VACCINATIONS

·    Category A workers are required to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria (as per the current NSW Health policy directive) including annual influenza vaccinations.

·    NOTE - please read and understand NSW Health policy directive for more information - https://www1.health.nsw.gov.au/pds/ActivePDSDocuments/PD2026_004.pdf

Benefits of a career at Karitane

·       Dynamic team

·       Innovative organisation

·       That we are an accredited Family-friendly workplace

·       Professional development, support and mentoring

·       Opportunity to salary package up to $16,050 tax free (as not-for-profit and registered charity)

·       Additional leave, accrued day off once a month where applicable

·       Encouraged to achieve your full potential

·       Respected and recognised

·       Flexible work practices where applicable and appropriate

·       Meaningful work – that makes a difference

Please note: If you work in the NSW Public Health system and other Affiliated Health Organisations your accruals of leave and service can be transferred across to Karitane.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please indicate your preference for part-time hours

Please upload a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria and your resume:

Full advert and position description can be access through our Karitane website

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Enquiries  via phone or email to

Name: Kay Souter | Manager Perinatal, Infant & Child Mental Health Service (PICMHS)

Email: Kay.souter@health.nsw.gov.au |

Phone: 0417 280 165 | Monday to Fridays

Close date: COB Monday 7^th September 2026

Your application can be submitted via this link: 
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The culture of Karitane is founded on our values of respect, innovation, collaboration and excellence.