Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 30/06/2026) Location: Nepean Hospital Position Classification: Senior Clinical Psychologist Remuneration: $70.17 - $74.19 per hour Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ604922 Application Close: 22/09/2025 With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region. The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District Drug and Alcohol Service offers free, non-judgemental services and treatments for drug and/or alcohol use, including information and support for families. Our service offers specialist drug and alcohol doctors, nurses and allied health staff who respect the client's right to choose from a range of treatments offered with our services underpinned by a philosophy of harm reduction. Join a bold new initiative at the NBMLHD Lifespan Clinics, where innovation meets impact in the treatment of methamphetamine-related health conditions. We’re seeking a Senior Clinical, Forensic, or Neuropsychologist to lead the delivery of cutting-edge, evidence-based psychological care across our newly established Drug & Alcohol Clinics. This role offers the chance to shape clinical models, drive multidisciplinary collaboration, and provide specialised interventions—including within our Neurodiversity and ADHD programs. You’ll manage a complex caseload, guide service evaluation, and mentor fellow clinicians, all while helping redefine integrated care for vulnerable populations. If you're ready to lead with expertise, vision, and purpose, this is your moment. Apply Now! Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees Accrued Day Off (ADO) Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards. For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here. What you will bring to the role Current Senior Clinical, Forensic or Neuropsychologist or eligible for Senior Clinical, Forensic or Neuropsychologist grading (with no less than 12 months service at the 5th year of service and thereafter on the Clinical Psychology Award salary scale). This includes holding a post graduate degree in clinical, forensic, or clinical neuropsychology (Masters, and/or Doctorate or PhD) and full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and practice endorsement in Clinical Psychology, Forensic or Clinical Neuropsychology. Extensive knowledge and experience in psychological assessment, case formulation and intervention for adults and adolescents with a severe mental illness, drug and alcohol concerns, and/or neurodivergent disorders Excellent understanding of the relevant scientific literature on psychological services for adults and adolescents with a severe mental illness, drug and alcohol concerns, and/or neurodivergent disorders. Advanced verbal and written communication skills including negotiation, advocacy, interpersonal skills, consultation-liaison skills and writing a range of clinical and operational documentation Demonstrated experience in leading/managing clinical programs, provision of clinical supervision, and mentoring and development of staff. Demonstrated high level organisational, prioritisation and time management skills in an environment of competing clinical demands. Ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation processes and lead ongoing quality improvement activities with other staff Current Driver’s License and willingness to use for work purpose travel Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Skye Deutschbein on health.nsw.gov.au