Clinical Psychologist

Job no: 915897

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Mental Health

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• Temporary Part-Time – working 15 hours per week, up to 31 July 2026

About the Role:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a passionate Psychologist to join our team in Ward 1G, an acute adult inpatient ward.

The successful applicant will work within a multi-disciplinary team and conduct assessments and intervention with clients who may present with complex mental health conditions. They may also be delegated to provide support to less experienced staff and students. The Psychologist will be required to contribute to the development of service goals and may liaise with partners in government and non-government services. The Psychologist may also contribute to research and evaluation of psychological practice.

Training and supervision in the use of a range of assessments and therapies is provided on an ongoing basis. Targeted supervision by clinicians within NALHN is also available.

To be eligible for this position, you must hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and you also must hold general registration with the PsyBA.

About You:

Are you a passionate and dedicated Psychologist looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

In line with the new Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025, the following benefits can be expected:

• An allowance to psychologists who hold an Area of Practice Endorsement
• Progression from Allied Health Professional – Level 2 (AHP2) to Allied Health Professional – Level 3 (AHP3 Senior Psychologist) for psychologists who have completed Board Approved Supervisor Training
• A Professional Development Allowance and reimbursement package

Other benefits of working with the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network include salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and a large range of opportunities for movement.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 915897

Enquiries:

Natalija Vujinovic

Psychologist

Phone:

E-mail:

Application Closing Date:

17 October 2025 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

For more information about Mental Health Allied Health at NALHN visit our Mental Health Allied Health page.

• Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Advertised: 03 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 17 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time