Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $109, $133,156.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 23 November 2025 – 11:59pm
Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Neuropsychologist / Registrar - Inpatient Unit -
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Orange
About the role
We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Neuropsychologist to fill a permanent role in our inpatient services working primarily with patients with substance abuse disorders. Clinical Psychology/Clinical Neuropsychology Registrars are welcome to apply with internal supervision available.
This role is predominantly located within our involuntary drug and alcohol treatment ward (IDAT), with an opportunity to support consumers as they transition from inpatient treatment, through to rehabilitation, thence community living.
Key aspects of the role include: utilising standardised assessment measures; treatment formulation; individual and group intervention.
This role is offered full time, with flexible working hours.
The successful candidate may also have the opportunity to expand their skills by working across a range of adult psychiatric services including inpatient acute, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient services.
They will be placed within a large team of Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, and Senior Clinical Psychologists, and have the opportunity to attend internal supervision and training.
The successful candidate for this position is eligible to apply for additional financial support under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
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 Rebecca Shaw, Psychology Head of Department on or at 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