Clinical Psychologist

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, up to 24 hours per week

Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service

Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist

Remuneration: $ $67.15 per hour

Requisition ID: REQ618339

Application Close Date: 16/11/2025

Interview Date Range: 19/11/2025 – 26/11/2025

Contact Details: Daniel Ni |

About the Opportunity

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a dedicated, outgoing and purpose driven Clinical Psychologist to join the district-wide multidisciplinary Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) team.

This role is an amazing opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist to build on their experience by working with a diverse client base of older people living in the community. Through the TACP program you will be working with clients who have a wide range of challenges, and you will be able to work with clients with specific goals in mind. Whilst working with the clients you will have the opportunity to view their life as a whole and empowering them in their homes to achieve their goals. You will have the chance to work with families and the wider community to provide a holistic approach to the client care. You will also with work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care to our clients.

As the Clinical Psychologist you will have a keen interest in professional development, clinical supervision, teaching and quality improvement activities including service promotion and development activities.

If you are ready to provide purpose driven, goal orientated clinical psychology services in a community setting, work independently and autonomously throughout South Western Sydney Local Health District, and support your professional colleagues while changing the lives of your older clients, click APPLY NOW and make a real difference.

What You'll be Doing

To deliver specialist psychological and psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, interventions and consultation in order to address the needs of consumers who are living with complex mental health problems and disorders in a community setting (SWSLHD Transitional Aged Care Program).

The role also participates in the evaluation of clinical outcomes of services and assists in the development

and provision of education and training programs. Additionally, the role supervises Psychologists and other disciplines working within the LHD according to organisational needs.

Where You'll Be Working

South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.

The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney's new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.

As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• Full registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), with full Clinical Psychology endorsement or eligibility to progress to Clinical Psychology endorsement with AHPRA. Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate Clinical Psychology of no less than two years full - time duration or recognised equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in psychological assessment, case formulation and intervention for older adults with complex mental illnesses.
• Demonstrated high level organisational, prioritisation and time management skills in an environment of competing clinical demands and a geographically large area.
• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Additional Information

Salary Packaging

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

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