Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist

This is a Recruitment Pool Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time and Casual appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency for Fixed Term appointments.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur until 30 November 2026.

What is our Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist role?

This position provides a clinical neuropsychological service to Banksia Hill Detention Centre clients who have mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders, requiring a high level of knowledge, experience and competence within a professional multidisciplinary team. The role provides consultation, education, and supervision, on complex neurological/mental health/psychological disorders in children and adolescents.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:

• Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive culture

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact us to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.

• Martin Nguyen, Team Leader - Neurodevelopmental and Mental Health Service, on or between 06/10/2025-10/10/2025
• James Stewart, Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist Coordinator - Neurosciences Unit, on or between 16/10/2025-24/10/2025

We think you'll like it here

Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online WA Government Jobs | Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours.

The JDF is attached for reference. To apply to become part of our team, please attach in your application:

• Evidence of eligibility for full registration and endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• A current CV detailing your qualifications, capabilities, and experience relevant to this position.
• A written statement no longer than two pages addressing essential selection criteria number 3 and 4.
• The names and contact details of two referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent clinical supervisor.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email 

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date Friday 24 October 2025 will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.