Lead expert care for young complex cases
Supervise, train and shape future clinicians
Drive innovation, research and service growth
Lead neuropsychological care for young minds. Assess, diagnose, support and shape futures in a dynamic team. Make a real impact. Apply Now
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $55.09 - $67.15 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: Westmead
Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is a leading healthcare provider, offering primary, secondary, and tertiary care to residents of Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Holroyd, and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs). With over 13000 employees, WSLHD is dedicated to providing exceptional health services in line with their values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.
Westmead Hospital, a major teaching hospital and principal referral centre, is renowned for its specialised services and is currently undergoing a $1.1 billion redevelopment to become one of Australia's largest health precincts.
What you'll be doing
Join a dynamic and innovative service supporting children and adolescents aged 2–18 with complex mental health and neuropsychological needs through assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and collaboration.
* Provide specialist neuropsychological assessments and interventions
* Support multidisciplinary teams, families, schools and community services
* Supervise students, registrars, and upskill clinical staff
* Contribute to service development and research projects
* Maintain high standards in clinical care, records 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:
* License: Current Class C drivers licence, P1 or P2 acceptable, and willingness to travel for work
* Qualification: Accredited Post-graduate Masters or Doctorate Degree in Clinical Neuropsychology
* Registration: Full registration as Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency AHPRA and endorsement in the area of Clinical Neuropsychology
Selection Criteria:
1. Masters or Doctoral degree in Clinical Neuropsychology and current full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Clinical Neuropsychologist.
2. Extensive post-graduate experience in neuropsychological assessment for children and adolescents with complex mental health issues, including diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorders.
3. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and to develop and maintain effective partnerships and provide specialist consultation to a range of key stakeholders.
4. Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit the target audience including the ability to communicate in a sensitive and professional manner with patients and staff.
5. Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive support and education on neuropsychological issues to all stakeholders.
Requisition ID: REQ591096
Applications Close: 27th August 2025
Need more information ?
* Find out more about applying for this position.
* Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
* Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications .
* For inquiries about the role, contact Gena Hughes on Gena.Hughes@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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