Deputy manager - psychology services (518687)

Deputy Manager - Psychology Services (518687)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth

Hospitals Sth - Allied Health Services

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 12 July, 2026 11:55 PM

Award/Classification:

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 4

$131,122 to $138,984 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

The Team:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Psychology Services leadership team at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH). Tasmania offers a unique culture and lifestyle, with a strong sense of community and belonging. Say goodbye to lengthy commutes, and enjoy breath‐taking coastlines, National Parks, and incredible fresh produce crafted by locals, all within a stone's throw of your workplace.

As the largest hospital and major triage centre for the state, the RHH sees a wide range of clinical populations, which brings diversity to the role. Our relative geographical isolation has led to a culture of innovation, resourcefulness, and collaboration, and you have the opportunity to be part of shaping the future of our healthcare system.

The Psychology team provide psychological services to inpatients and outpatient clinics of the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).

You will provide leadership and support to a team of psychologists including clinical psychologists, clinical neuropsychologists and Health Psychologists and collaborate with other allied health, nursing, medical and leadership teams.

The Role:

You will assist the Manager, Psychology Services with service coordination and management including supervision of staff and students, providing clinical leadership and professional support to psychologists working in Psychology Services and ensuring that evidence‐based practice is provided in accordance with organisational policies and the professional code of conduct of the Psychology Board of Australia. You will be responsible for supporting effective team operations in the delivery of high‐quality care.

You will manage a clinical caseload in an agreed area of practice, handling and overseeing referrals of high complexity, and participate as a member of relevant clinical and management teams and committees, including deputising for the Manager Psychology Services as required.

You will need:

• Demonstrated extensive clinical knowledge and experience as a practicing Psychologist in health/clinical settings with substantial knowledge of contemporary evidence‐based practice in a relevant clinical area.
• Demonstrated clinical supervision and leadership skills with extensive experience in supervising and/or leading provisional, registrar and registered Psychologists and support staff, and an understanding of theoretical frameworks for clinical supervision and/or leadership.
• High level strategic, conceptual, analytic and creative skills, including an ability to understand the political, social and organisational environment and to advise on relevant issues and appropriate changes.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Salary Packaging:

You'll have access to a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $135,445 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme.
• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1,000 per annum.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.

Applicants should note that the following criteria are desirable:

• Endorsement by the Psychology Board of Australia as a Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Neuropsychologist and/or Health Psychologist.
• Post‐graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology or Health Psychology.
• Registration as a supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Relevant post‐graduate qualifications in staff supervision, leadership or management.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents:

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health does. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

In this role, you will assist the Manager Psychology Services with coordination and management of Psychology Services, including supervision of staff and students.