Shape the future of inpatient psychology services.
Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Senior Clinical PsychologistRemuneration: $144,702 - $152,992 per annum + superannuation + salary packagingHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ657639Location: Mater Mental Health Centre, Waratah and James Fletcher, NewcastleApplications Close: 04 May 2026
About The Role
As Head of Department – Psychology, you will provide both clinical leadership and operational management of psychology services across inpatient wards.
Typical Week Will See You
* Leading and supporting a team of psychologists to deliver high‐quality, evidence‐based care
* Managing workforce functions including recruitment, induction, rostering, leave, performance reviews and professional development
* Providing expert psychological assessment, formulation and treatment to consumers (individual and group‐based)
* Representing psychology at senior forums and advising on psychological matters at all organisational levels
* Ensuring professional standards, qualifications, supervision and grading are maintained across the department
* Managing departmental resources across multiple sites to meet service delivery and budget targets
* Contributing to service evaluation, clinical outcome monitoring, education and training initiatives
* Supervising postgraduate provisional psychologists where appropriate
* Working closely within a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated, person‐centred care
How You'll Be Supported
* Supported by the Senior Nurse Manager Operations and an Administrative Leadership Team Assistant
* An integral member of a collaborative Senior Leadership Team
* Comprehensive orientation tailored to both the clinical and leadership aspects of the role
* Access to ongoing professional development, leadership training and education opportunities
* Encouraged and supported to continue developing as both a clinician and a leader
What We Can Offer
Benefits include:
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full‐time employees)
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro‐rata for part‐time employees)
* Paid parental leave (eligible employees)
* Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and wellbeing – discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Employment Flexibility
This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
Visa Sponsorship
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Legal & EEO Statements
Hunter New England Health 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.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community.
We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. For confidential support, contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au.
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