Clinical Psychologist – Multisystemic Therapy Programme
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Clinical Psychologist – Multisystemic Therapy Programme
role at
Child and Adolescent Health Service
.
Remuneration
For MST Clinicians (Grade 1 & Grade 2 Clinical Psychologists), the base salary includes an MST Allowance valued as an additional *****% of the base salary.
About The Team
The
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
in Western Australia offer support, advice and treatment to children and adolescents from birth to 18 years who are experiencing mental health challenges.
About The Role
Clinical Psychologist Registrar Position Profile (Grade 1)
As an MST Grade 1 Clinical Psychologist Registrar, you will deliver quality psychological care within our service including psychological assessments, evidence-based psychological interventions and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive clinical management and intervention planning.
Key Accountabilities (Grade 1)
Delivering individual, dyadic, group, clinic and community-based therapies, including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, and family therapy.
Conducting psychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and family functioning.
Providing consultation, advice, and training on psychological matters to colleagues and internal and external stakeholders.
Engaging in professional development and supervision towards full registration.
Maintaining client records, complying with guidelines for therapy and testing materials, and contributing to performance monitoring and improvement.
Clinical Psychologist Position Profile (Grade 2)
As an MST Clinical Psychologist (Grade 2) you will deliver clinical services, provide quality psychological care, and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive clinical management and intervention planning.
Key Accountabilities (Grade 2)
Delivering individual, dyadic, group, community, and clinic-based therapies, including cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy and family therapy.
Conducting comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and family functioning through interviews, behavioural observations, and psychometric and psycho-diagnostic assessments.
Providing consultation on psychological matters to colleagues, liaising with community agencies for client clinical management, and delivering education and training on psychological topics across disciplines.
Participation in performance monitoring and evaluation and research of an applied clinical and evaluative nature.
Supervision to Clinical Psychologist Registrars and trainees, ensuring compliance with the Psychologists Board of Australia (as per Board Approved Supervisor status).
Application Process
We welcome your application via the 'Apply for Job' button at the bottom of this page. Your application should contain the following:
A copy of your current CV outlining your most recent and relevant work experience.
Evidence of current registration by the Psychology Board of Australia.
Evidence of endorsement for overseas applicants, including documentation of endorsement via the Psychology Board AHPRA.
A written statement addressing Essential Criteria 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 per the Job Description Form in no more than 3 pages maximum.
Evidence of a current and valid driver's license (Essential Criteria 8).
Your current Clinical Psychology registration status (Grade 1 registrar, or fully registered Grade 2).
Please provide the name, email, and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct line manager or supervisor.
Contact & Support
For role-related questions, contact
Mark Porter
: or ************.
If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on ******** during business hours.
Selection Criteria & Eligibility
Eligibility to apply: applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed-term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 27/07/2026.
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.
EEO & Diversity Statement
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 **** applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Closing Notice
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 pm on the closing date will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.
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