Clinical/Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Units - Perm PT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ652516 Requisition #
Requisition ID: REQ652516
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time ,16 and 32 hours per week
Remuneration: Clinical Psychologist: $57.30 - $69.84 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bankstown Hospital, Liverpool Hospital, Campbelltown Hospital
Applications close: 12/04/2026
Contact: Katherine Huang - Clinical Psychology Head of Department, Mental Health on 0458 465 245 | katherine.huang@health.nsw.gov.au
Do you want to contribute to the health and wellbeing of your mob?
Achieve Something Great
South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Psychologists to join our inpatient mental health services at Campbelltown, Liverpool and Bankstown Hospitals. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in acute mental health and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast paced environment, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high quality care across the District.
We have permanent part time positions available in the Mental Health Units at Campbelltown Hospital (2 days per week), Liverpool Hospital (3 days per week) and Banks House at Bankstown Hospital (2 days per week) (will consider Permanent Full-time). In these roles, you will be supported by a district wide network of psychologist colleagues under the Clinical Psychology Head of Department, while also working closely with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, registrars, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists and diversional therapists. You will provide psychological and psychosocial assessment, targeted interventions, diagnostic clarification and behavioural management strategies for consumers experiencing complex presentations such as acute suicide risk, self harm, psychosis, drug and alcohol issues, severe anxiety, depression and challenging behaviours. Opportunities include providing 1:1 therapy, delivering group programs, and offering consultation to the broader team.
The successful applicant will also contribute to evaluating clinical outcomes, participate in the development and delivery of education and training programs, and provide supervision to psychologists or other disciplines where appropriate. We encourage applications from fully registered Clinical Psychologists as well as those who have completed an accredited Master’s degree and are awaiting graduation, or those enrolled in combined Masters/PhD programs who have completed the Master’s equivalent component (supported by a completed PDEC 76 form and university confirmation). Applicants who have completed their Master’s degree requirements and are awaiting full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia will be appointed at Year 2 of the Psychologist scale and progress to Year 1 of the Clinical Psychologist scale upon achieving full registration.
Join us in a role where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work directly contributes to improving the lives of individuals experiencing acute and complex mental health challenges.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are seeking a dedicated clinician with a Master’s or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and endorsement in the Clinical Psychology area of practice. You will bring strong clinical knowledge and experience delivering evidence based individual and group interventions, ideally within an inpatient setting.You should feel confident working with consumers with severe mental illness and be comfortable in fast paced, high pressure environments where flexibility and adaptability are essential.You will work closely within a multidisciplinary team led by a medical consultant, contributing to assessment, treatment and recovery planning for complex mental health presentations.
If you thrive in dynamic clinical settings and are committed to high quality care, we encourage you to apply.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with ‘N/A’.
- Full Registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate Clinical Psychology or Forensic Psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration.
- Describe your experience in conducting clinical, psychometric, and cognitive assessments within a mental health setting. In your response, include an example of your assessment process, the formulation, and use in treatment evaluation.
- Provide an example of a time you delivered evidence-based psychological interventions to a consumer with acute or complex mental health needs. Outline how you exercised independent clinical judgement, collaborated with the multidisciplinary team, and adapted your therapeutic approach to maximise consumer outcomes.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.
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