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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Psychologist
Remuneration: $77,358.00 – 109, superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: Up to 40
Applications Close: 16 September 2025 – 11:59pm
Psychologist / Provisional Psychologist
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol – Bloomfield
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for registered Psychologists who want to work in the Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Services. Provisional Psychologists are also welcome to apply, with internal supervision and support available to the right applicant, leading to full registration.
The registered Psychologist will be able to apply evidence-based psychological and cognitive assessments, treatment techniques and case formulation to address a range of behavioural, emotional, psychosocial and health problems in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
Provisional psychologists will be expected to demonstrate understanding of evidence based psychological treatment techniques and appropriate assessment techniques.
You will be working at Bloomfield Hospital as part of a team of highly skilled Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists and may be required to work across acute and non-acute adult psychiatric, and involuntary drug and alcohol treatment, inpatient services. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team incorporating allied health and medical professionals, with a focus on achieving recovery-focused, patient-centred outcomes. Initially you will work alongside another Psychologist but may also be required to work independently in a ward environment.
Orange NSW is a vibrant regional town celebrated for its food and cool climate wines, with award-winning restaurants, boutique shops, beautiful gardens and bustling markets, all set in the shadow of a striking ancient volcano.
This is a challenging, but also rewarding role, and a rare opportunity to further your career in acute mental health.
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.
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* Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
* Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
* Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
* Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
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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, Psychologist 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