Clinical Psychologist - Adolescent Mental Health Unit (Campbelltown Hospital) - Temp PT
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- Clinical Psychologist
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- REQ699277 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ699277
Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time, minimum 30 hours per week until January 2029 . Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
Remuneration: $59.59 - $72.64 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown Hospital
Applications close: 25/10/2026
Contact: Katherine Huang - on 0458 465 245 |Katherine.huang@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Join a dedicated inpatient psychology team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of consumers experiencing complex mental health challenges. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you'll have the opportunity to provide specialised psychological support while contributing to high-quality, recovery-focused care.
- Provide one-on-one psychological interventions to consumers with severe mental health concerns and/or challenging behaviours within an inpatient setting; unit, prioritising support for those admitted to specialist adolescent unit.
- Contribute to clinical assessments for diagnostic clarification and support behavioural management planning.
- Work collaboratively with nurses, psychiatrists, social workers, occupational therapists, and diversional therapists to deliver integrated care.
- Engage in psychology-specific projects and professional collaboration opportunities with psychologist colleagues across mental health services.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about supporting young people experiencing complex mental health challenges and thrives in a collaborative inpatient setting. This role will suit a flexible and proactive clinician who can work effectively in a dynamic environment while delivering evidence-based psychological care.
- Experience working as a Clinical Psychologist with young people aged 13 to 17 years.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support positive consumer outcomes.
- Confidence working in a dynamic, fast-paced inpatient mental health environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to complex and changing clinical presentations.
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.
- Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PBA) with Endorsement in Clinical or Forensic Psychology, along with a minimum two year Full-time equivalent APAC accredited postgraduate Clinical Psychology qualification (or eligibility to progress to same by Dec 2026/January 2027).
- Please describe a young person with complex mental health needs that you have assessed and treated. Briefly describe the assessment process, the case formulation, and the evidence-based intervention that you provided. What was the outcome?
- Describe a time you worked with multiple stakeholders who had different priorities or perspectives. Please describe the steps you took to manage the situation, challenges managed, and the outcome for the patient or service.
Please outline how you have demonstrated effective time management skills, prioritising clinical workload, and demonstrated independent judgement in the delivery of care for consumers.
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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
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.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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