Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time (Up to 1/6/2027) – Job share may be considered
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $113,617.00 - $138,482.00 pa or $57.30 - $69.84 per hr (+ 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: Up to 38
Applications Close: 7 May 2026 – 11:59pm
Clinical Psychologist – Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) – Incentives Offered
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Orange
About the role
We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist for temporary full or part-time opportunity for up to 12 months (with possibility of job share for the right applicants and possibility of extension of contract) to work within a Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) inpatient unit.
This role would suit a Clinical Psychologist or Clinical Psychology Registrar seeking to work with young people in a specialist role. While the position is graded as a Clinical Psychologist, applications are also welcomed from Psychologists/Senior Psychologists/Clinical Psychology Registrars with appropriate experience working with young people.
You will be located in our child and adolescent inpatient Psychiatric Unit, with an opportunity to support consumers as they transition from acute mental health care, through to rehabilitation, thence community living.
The successful candidate 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. Internal Supervision for Clinical Psychology Registrars will be included. he 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.
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience
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 (02) 6369 7236 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
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