Clinical Psychologist, Team 2 Community – Sutherland Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $113,617.00 - $138,482.00 per annum, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ645668
Location: Caringbah, Sydney
Applications close date: 22 March 2026
Come Work With Us!
Are you an experienced Clinical Psychologist with a passion for providing care to Mental Health consumers? Take up this fantastic opportunity to join our supportive, energetic and creative Community team.
The clinical psychologist role is to provide evidence based assessment, information, education and treatment, as indicated by clinical need to clients of the Sutherland Hospital Community Mental Health Service. A stepped care approach is recommended working with the consumer to achieve their treatment goals, with their progress being assessed on an ongoing basis, and goals reviewed.
For more information we encourage you to contact Leigh Middleton on. Interviews are expected to be held between 30 March 2026 and 2 April 2026. Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District.
Where you'll be working
Community Mental Health, Sutherland Mental Health Service, located on The Sutherland Hospital campus, Caringbah.
Additional Information and Benefits
* An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Full Time positions
* Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave
* Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing
* Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members
* Discounted Private Health Insurance
Selection Criteria
* Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, with endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Neuropsychology (or working towards endorsement) or some other recognised clinical area in Psychology, along with a minimum two-year full-time equivalent APAC-accredited Master or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology
* Demonstrated effective experience in assessment, intervention and evaluation of clinical outcomes, working with people with mental health issues
* Demonstrated experience in working with people with mood and personality disorders
* Demonstrated ability to conduct psychometric assessments and generate comprehensive reports
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Demonstrated commitment to a consumer focused recovery-oriented approach and consumer collaboration in care planning
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Current Drivers License and willingness to travel
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Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social‐economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information for applicants
* An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
* Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
* Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
* We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support () and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
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