Psychologist - Senior (Placement Support), Queensland Health
Provide high level evidence based psychology services and behaviour support to complex patients requiring placement support across both Gold Coast University and Robina Hospitals, as part of the Psychology Service. This position will work predominately within the Placement Support Team and other acute wards across the hospital campuses as required, within a collaborative multidisciplinary framework, informed by clinical supervision, education and research. This position may opt-in to participate in a rotational weekend roster.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Psychologist - Senior (Placement Support) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
* Deliver high level psychological assessment, formulation, brief intervention and positive behaviour support planning
* Apply high level knowledge of cognitive, developmental, neurological and psychiatric conditions for patients to facilitate timely discharge or prevent unnecessary admissions
* Undertake clinical governance activities related to psychology within the multidisciplinary team
* Initiate and contribute to formal clinical research activities that influence standards of clinical practice and delivery of services
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
* Tertiary degree in Psychology
* AHPRA Registration
* Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
* Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
* Flexible work options
* Salary Packaging
* Modern Facilities
* Diverse Work Culture
* 12.75% super
* 17.5% leave loading
* Base salary ranging from $64.64 - $69.55 per hour
About Us
The Psychology Service is located within Allied Health and Rehabilitation Services and provides both inpatient and outpatient services to patients presenting to hospital with physical health and comorbid psychological conditions. The Psychology team work within a multidisciplinary framework, providing holistic, person-centred care across the patient's hospital and discharge journey.
The Placement Support Team (PST) is a multidisciplinary team which provides placement and advisory services within the health service for those who require assistance with emergent accommodation solutions or transition to residential care or supported accommodation
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 8 January 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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