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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (22/9/25 – 29/05/26) – Job Share may be considered
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $109,247.00 - $133,156.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 07 October 2025 – 11:59pm
Clinical Psychologist – Community Paediatric
Community Health - Orange Health Service
About the role
Join our Orange Community Health Psychology Team within the broader Primary & Community Health service. You’ll:
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Work with children, youth, and families to assess and provide evidence-based interventions for mild to moderate psychosocial, emotional, and behavioural issues
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including paediatricians, speech pathologists, occupational therapists, dietitians, physiotherapists, social workers, and child & family health nurses
- Deliver group programs for children and parents, including emotional regulation and parenting support
- Access a range of cognitive and educational assessments for paediatric clients
- Contribute to service planning, policy development, research, quality improvement projects, and possibly supervise other health clinicians.
Who We’re Looking For.
We’re seeking a passionate, flexible, and client-focused Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist who:
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Thrives in a team-based environment
- Enjoys working with children, young people, and families
- Wants to grow professionally while making a real community impact
What’s in It for You?
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Professional Development — regular workshops, group supervision, and specialist upskilling opportunities
- Mentorship & Support — direct access to senior clinical psychologists and a dedicated Population & Community Health Manager
- Registrar-Friendly — gain the experience and supervision you need to advance your career
- Diverse Work Modes — enjoy a mix of individual therapy, group programs, outreach, and collaborative service delivery.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Take the opportunity to grow your skills, expand your career, and improve lives in a role where your work truly matters.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
- Click ‘Apply’
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume
- Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Anthea Brand on (02) 63697044 or at anthea.brand@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD