Clinical Psychologist - Bowral Community Mental Health - Temp FT
Requisition ID: REQ648194
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until June 2027
Remuneration: Clinical Psychologist : $2177.46 - $2654.00 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Applications close: 22/03/2026
Contact: Peter Dodds on 0421 056 300 | peter.dodds@health.nsw.gov.au
Our Community Mental Health (CMH) Team is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where staff are empowered to thrive.
Achieve Something Great Bowral Community Mental Health is looking for a Clinical Psychologist to join our friendly and supportive team. In this role, you will provide high quality care to people in the Southern Highlands community. You will work with individuals, families, and their support networks to offer psychological assessments and therapy. You will also help with clinical decision making, support service improvements, and build strong working relationships with other teams and services. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference and enjoys working in a caring, community focused environment. Temporary visa holders are welcome to apply! We offer roles with contract periods aligned to your current visa length. Are You the Right Fit? We are looking for someone who is caring, motivated, and confident in psychological assessment, formulation, and therapy. You should enjoy working as part of a team but also feel comfortable working independently when needed. It will be an advantage if you have experience supervising others, helping with service improvements, or working with partner organisations. You must be committed to professional development, ethical practice, and completing accurate documentation. If you want to help people and contribute to a supportive and positive team, we encourage you to apply.
Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
* Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate Clinical Psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration or recognised equivalent.
* Tell us about a time you provided an evidence based psychological intervention in a community or mental health setting. What was the consumer's need, what approach did you use, and what was the outcome?
* Describe how you work with families, carers, and other team members to support a consumer's recovery. How do you make sure everyone has a shared understanding and the care is well coordinated?
* Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
* Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
* One extra day off each month for full-time employees
* Work-Life Balance
* Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
* Paid maternity and parental leave
* Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
* Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
* Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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