• Contribute to meaningful, long-term changes in children’s health outcomes and family well-being.
• Diverse experiences across clinical service delivery, research, and education.
• Work closely with a medical speciality and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

VCID No. 675618

This is a permanent part time (0.5 FTE) position, with days of work on Wednesdays and Thursdays according to clinic hours. The other half a day is flexible.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join the Department of Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology (DCPN) at Perth Children’s Hospital and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care within a multidisciplinary team – the Healthy Weight Service.

This is a unique opportunity to work within an established, innovative service that transforms health trajectories for children with severe, complicated obesity and related conditions.

As a Clinical Psychologist, you will work closely with children and their families to assess cognitive, emotional, and behavioural factors contributing to obesity. You will empower families to overcome barriers to positive lifestyle changes, foster resilience and support the creation of a supportive home environment to enable sustainable, lifelong health improvements.

While your clinical role will be predominantly focused on support of patients within the Healthy Weight Service, you will have a professional home as an integral member of the Psychology Department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting individual, family, and group therapy, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based interventions.
• Educating children and families about the psychological aspects of behaviour change, including motivation, goal setting, and habit formation.
• Participating in multidisciplinary team (MDT) clinics (including dietitians, physiotherapists, and medical professionals) to create integrated care plans, including potential medical interventions, and provide psychosocial triage for adolescents and families.
• Addressing psychological issues related to obesity, ensuring they do not hinder engagement in treatment and lifestyle interventions.
• Liaising with external agencies, including school and community-based groups and refer clients to specialised support as needed.
• Providing education and consultation to colleagues and families on psychological aspects of health behaviour change.

If you are passionate about working with family systems with prior experience with complex cases that include medical and psychological factors, then we encourage you to apply.

Please note a Master or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and eligibility for full registration and endorsement in Clinical Psychology with the Psychology Board of Australia is a requirement for this role.

About the Healthy Weight Service

The Healthy Weight Service (HWS) is a specialist multidisciplinary team providing statewide tertiary-level care for children and young people aged 0–18 years with severe, complicated obesity and related health and psychosocial challenges. These may include chronic disease, cardiac and respiratory issues, neurodiversity, mental health concerns, trauma, and social difficulties.

Our experienced team delivers evidence-based, personalised support to address the physical, emotional, and social aspects of obesity. We offer holistic care that includes medical, dietetic, physiotherapy, and mental health services, tailored to each family’s unique needs through comprehensive assessment, education, and treatment.

We aim to foster sustainable lifestyle changes, prevent complications like diabetes, and mitigate intergenerational health impacts. By addressing both medical and psychosocial factors, we strive to enhance the well-being of children and their families, empowering them to achieve lasting health and improved quality of life.

How to Apply:

We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should contain the following:

• A current resume which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
• A letter/ statement responding to the selection criteria listed in the attached job description.
• The name, email and contact details oftwo referees who can be contacted to provide a confidential report (we will contact you and seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

For Further Job-Related Information: We encourage you to contact Dr Carol Keane (Head of Department Psychology and Neuropsychology) at [email protected] or 08 6456 9671.

Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

About CAHS:

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS comprises four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH).

With over 6500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 170 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.

For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here.

CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with these values.

For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email: [email protected].

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

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.