* Provide compassionate, family-centred care across a diverse caseload of inpatient and outpatients.
* Contribute to psychological wellbeing of children and their families.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Part time and Full Time appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
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About the Role
We are excited to announce an opening for a Clinical Psychologist - Registrar within our newly established Department Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology. This is an exciting opportunity to influence and grow within a dynamic healthcare setting as we redefine our service offerings and expand our department.
Reporting to the Head of the Department of Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology, you will work under supervision to assess, tailor interventions, and provide consultation for a diverse caseload of paediatric inpatients and outpatients, considering the broader impact of psychological factors on the overall well-being of the child and their family.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills, actively participating in multidisciplinary teams (MDT) to deliver holistic patient care in collaboration with medical specialists, nursing, and other allied health professionals, integrating psychological care into overall treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Conducting comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and interventions for infants, children, adolescents as individuals, families, and groups.
* Working collaboratively within MDT settings across various departments.
* Developing and adapting care plans for children with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and complex medical needs under the primary care of paediatricians or surgeons.
* Actively participating in departmental meetings, case presentations, and conferences.
* Consulting and advising healthcare professionals on case management, including assessment strategies and treatment evaluations.
* Engaging in continuous education and supervision as required for registration and endorsement by the Psychologists Registration Board of WA.
* Contributing to the ongoing mapping and analysis of caseloads, referrals, and service demands to inform future staffing and departmental growth.
* Participating in regular supervision to discuss case management, receive guidance, and ensure professional growth and adherence to ethical standards.
If you are passionate providing the highest quality care to patients and their families, we encourage you to apply. This is an exciting time to join our team and make a significant impact to the lives of children and young people.
Please note a Masters or Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology and eligibility for full registration and Clinical Psychology Registrar status with the Psychology Board of Australia is a requirement for this role.
Relevant experience in working with children and families will be highly regarded however applicants with relevant experience adult care will be provided the opportunity for support and education to translate your knowledge to a paediatric setting.
About our Department of Psychology and Neuropsychology
Based at Perth Children’s Hospital, our dedicated team provide a state-wide service to children aged 0–16 years, and their families, according to cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and psychological needs, including both inpatients and outpatients.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team of health professionals, we deliver holistic and integrated psychological care aimed at improving outcomes for children with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and complex medical needs, including when mental health challenges affect their engagement with medical treatment.
We also provide crucial support and education to families as they navigate the challenges and impact of the child’s illness, disability or hospitalisation, and collaborate with schools to develop tailored strategies and accommodations to support the child at home and in community settings.
As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we actively participate in innovative research, education and comprehensive clinical training to continually enhance the quality of care provided.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to apply online ( Please note, applicants must have a current, valid or *** with any specific queries regarding this position.
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Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, 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).
An appointee may progress to Clinical Psychologist Grade 2 upon successful completion of a Board approved supervised period of practice and gaining endorsement in Clinical Psychology with the Psychology Board of Australia.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
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.
This is a recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:
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 30 June 2026.
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 three service areas: Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) and Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
With over 7000 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.
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CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, 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 the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.
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