Support young people on their recovery journeyLead evidence-based clinical practice in a specialist serviceShape the future of mental health care in Western SydneyEmpower young people and families through expert psychological assessment, formulation and treatment within a leading specialist Eating Disorders service.Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 13th November ****)Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist Remuneration: $***** - $***** per hourHours Per Week:16Location: Cumberland Hospital, North ParramattaWhere you'll be workingJoin us at Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta, part of Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) — NSW's largest and Australia's oldest mental health facility.
You'll become part of a dedicated workforce driving innovation, compassion and excellence in care across Western Sydney's diverse communities.Based at the historic Cumberland Hospital, soon to integrate with the new Westmead Mental Health ComplexServing local and broader communities across primary, secondary and tertiary mental health careCollaborative, multidisciplinary teams living our CORE Values — Collaboration, Openness, Respect and EmpowermentA culture that supports continuous learning, development and clinical leadershipA service committed to evidence-based practice and high-quality patient outcomesWhat you'll be doingAs the Clinical Psychologist in our Child & Adolescent Eating Disorders Service, you will provide specialist psychological assessment and treatment for young people aged *****.
You will offer clinical leadership, contribute to service improvement and collaborate closely with families, carers and multidisciplinary teams.Deliver comprehensive psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for child and adolescent outpatientsProvide expert consultation to multidisciplinary teams, health professionals and key stakeholdersMaintain high professional and ethical standards in line with APS Clinical College guidelinesParticipate in quality improvement, clinical research and service development initiativesEnsure accurate, timely documentation, reporting and adherence to safety, risk and compliance requirementsReady to make a meaningful impact?
Join NSW Health and help create a mentally healthier future for young people and families.
Apply now to become part of a team where your expertise, compassion and leadership truly matter.How to ApplyApply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.Essential RequirementsQualification: Postgraduate qualification / degree in Clinical PsychologyRegistration: Registration as Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)Selection CriteriaA four year degree in Psychology, being a three year degree with a fourth year honours in Psychology, and a post-graduate degree at the masters level or higher in Clinical Psychology from a recognised university.
Registration with Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA).
Experience in the provision of mental health practice, including conducting mental health assessments and the provision of evidence-based interventions for children and adolescents who are experiencing eating disorders and comorbidities at high levels of complexity and severity.Demonstrated knowledge of disordered eating, body image and related social and cultural issues associated with the development of eating disorders and demonstrated knowledge of innovative public health and community interventions to address the development and treatment of eating disorders.Demonstrated experience in liaising, consulting on medical and/or mental health issues with health professionals eg.
GP's, Nurses, Allied Health, involved in the management and treatment of eating disorders.Demonstrated ability to deliver therapeutic models for effective treatment of eating disorders such as Maudsley Family-Based Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.Demonstrated excellent communication skills, interpersonal, verbal and written and the ability to work individually and in a multidisciplinary team.Requisition ID: REQ******Applications Close: 11th January ****Need more information?
Find out more about applying for this position.Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.For inquiries about the role, contact Jane Pineda ************.People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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