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To be considered for interview, candidates must address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up until 30 June 2025)
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $102,051.00 - $125,151.00 pa (plus super)
Hours per week: 38
Location: Negotiable
Clinical Psychologist – ADHD and Behavioural Management
Integrated Care Directorate – Paediatrics, Child and Family Wellness
About the role:
The Clinical Psychologist will provide expert clinical knowledge, coordination and leadership to support and care for children and families with ADHD and behavioural management concerns within the Western NSW Local Health District.
The Clinical Psychologist will work within a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, treat and support children and their families with ADHD and/or behaviour concerns.
Western NSW Local Health District encourages suitably qualified Aboriginal people to apply for this position.
This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26: Employment of eligible persons. Whereby Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and, where found suitable, will be given higher priority under affirmative action in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, then applications from non-Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered.
Where you’ll be working:
This position’s location is Negotiable.
Western NSW is not your average health district. We’re a place where you can bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope through development & experience, and fast track your career. We value autonomy & responsibility, and will always support you in an inclusive, collaborative and caring team environment. As leaders in the delivery of virtual care, with innovation and continuous improvement at the heart of all roles, you’ll be part of shaping the future of rural health. It’s not always easy, but it will always be extremely rewarding.
Our focus of growing our own, and with less career competition - that promotion could be yours – accelerating your career way ahead of your metro colleagues. And as you are paid the same as in the city, the lower cost of living in our region means there is more left over for what you find fun!
Western NSW is a thriving region, where our towns and cities provide similar facilities to metropolitan areas with more time, more space and less stress. Traffic? There’s none out here – your commute is quick and you can spend more time doing the things you love, all while building a rewarding and meaningful career.
Challenge yourself. Make an impact. Shape the future. Work with us at Western NSW Local Health district
About us:
WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.
We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.
Some of the benefits of working with us include:
Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.
Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career.
Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.
Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.
Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.
Access to Salary Packaging to save tax, Fitness Passport and free & confidential counselling services.
How to apply:
Candidates must read the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria for the role, providing examples where required. You must also upload a copy of your current CV as part of your application. For assistance, see our Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD. For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
Applications will close 2 April 2023 – 11:59pm.
For role related enquiries, please reach out to Ashley Phillips on
0467 423 127 or Ashley.Phillips@health.nsw.gov.au / Tammy O’Connor 0438 130 228 or Tammy.Oconnor@health.nsw.gov.au
COVID-19 Response:
All NSW Health workers are required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful for this role or have an approved medical contraindication certificate.
Talent Pool
If we identify a surplus of suitable candidates for this role, you may also be invited to an eligibility list where you could be offered an alternative position per the relevant Award.
