
Clinical Psychologist - Therapy for Kids & Families
Western Sydney Local Health District
Posted 3 days ago
π± Early intervention that changes young lives
π€ Supportive, expert multidisciplinary team
π Ongoing training and growth opportunities
Deliver impactful therapy to children and families. Work in a skilled team, grow professionally, and shape young lives through early intervention. Apply Now! β
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $55.09 - $67.15 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Mount Druitt
Where you'll be working
Mount Druitt Hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services, adapting to community needs and advancements in medical care.
- Convenient access to Westfield shopping centre, just a 10-minute walk away.
- Parking options available: onsite parking for a small fee, all-day street parking, and proximity to Mt Druitt train station.
- Committed to future growth and service expansion to enhance patient care.
- Proudly caring for the Mount Druitt community for over 50 years.
What you'll be doing
Join a passionate multidisciplinary team at Therapy for Kids & Families, delivering early intervention and systemic mental health care to children aged 0β12 and their families across WSLHD.
- Provide assessments, therapy and treatment planning for complex cases
- Collaborate with families, schools and community services
- Engage in clinical supervision, research and service development
- Participate in team meetings, case reviews and stakeholder liaison
- Contribute to quality improvement and professional development
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirements
- Qualification: Accredited post-graduate Masters or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology
- Registration: Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and area of practice endorsement
Selection Criteria
- Accredited post-graduate Masters or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology and full registration as Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency AHPRA and endorsement in the area of Clinical Psychology
- Extensive experience in working therapeutically with children and families who present with significant emotional, behavioural, and/or mental health difficulties including family therapy and dyadic carer-child therapy
- Demonstrated evidence-based skills in the assessment and treatment of children and their families presenting with complex mental health issues in a developmental framework
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and ability to build therapeutic relationships
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and with other service providers to achieve optimal outcomes for children and families
- Demonstrated experience and well developed skills in the use of a range of standardised psychometric measures administered as a part of a comprehensive assessment of clients referred to the service
- Current unrestricted Australian drivers licence and willingness to use for work purposes
Requisition ID: REQ588155
Applications Close: 16th July 2025
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About Western Sydney Local Health District
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) delivers health care to more than a million people living in the stateβs fastest growing region, and is home to several centres of clinical expertise including the National Pancreas Transplant Unit, the NSW Trauma Centre and the NSW Brain Injury Unit. We combine world-class clinical and research facilities with a commitment to compassionate, professional care.
WSLHD includes five major hospitals - Westmead, Blacktown, Cumberland, Mount Druitt and Auburn - and more than 800 specialist clinics and services. We employ more than 14,000 people.
We provide public health care to 120 suburbs in the Parramatta City, Blacktown City, Hills Shire and Cumberland local government areas, spanning 780 square kilometres. Our catchment is a rich tapestry of culture, people and beliefs.
We have an enviable record in medical research, innovation and education that will only be enhanced by multi-million dollar redevelopments now underway at several of our facilities. Our future has never looked brighter.
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