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SalaryStrengthen the care in your community as a Clinical Psychologist.
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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $102,051.00 - $125,151.00 pa (plus super)
Hours per week: 38
Location:
Clinical Psychologist – Older People’s Mental Health
Bathurst Health Service
About the role:
This Permanent Full Time role is an exciting new opportunity which has arisen due to staff changes, and presents an opportunity to Clinical Psychologists who want to work in a community mental health team, in particular those interested in working with older people and their families. Clinical Psychology Registrars are also welcome to apply, with internal supervision and support available to the right applicant, leading to full registration.
The Clinical Psychologist is based is Bathurst and provides clinical intervention and outreach support to Cowra and Mudgee Older Persons Mental Health (OPMH) teams. The position can also provide specialised interventions to a select group of older people referred from OPMH services in Orange who require specialised clinical psychology input.
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:
The Bathurst Older People’s Mental Health team is a multidisciplinary team of professionals from social work, nursing, psychology, occupational therapy and medical backgrounds. We work closely with GPs, RACF and other local services to provide mental health care to older people and families in Bathurst, Cowra and Mudgee regions of Western NSW.
Western NSW Local Health District is at the forefront in the delivery of rural and remote Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol services across a catchment area of 400,000 square kilometres with regional centres – Dubbo, Orange and Bathurst - providing hubs for local and remote services.
With an early intervention and recovery focus, we place the person at the centre of care, considering individual strengths and valuing Aboriginal cultural competency in providing evidence based treatment. We provide cohesive and integrated care with our service partnerships and aim to provide the least restrictive care, closest to home.
About us:
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 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
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 For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit .
Applications will close 15 November 2023 – 11:59pm.
For role related enquiries, please reach out to Rebecca Williams on (02) 6330 5850 or Rebecca.Williams1@health.nsw.gov.au
COVID-19 Response:
All NSW Health workers are required to have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine by 30 November 2021 and three doses by 30 September 2022 or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful for this role.
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.
