Clinical Psychologist, Early Psychosis Program (EPP) - ESMHS

NSW Health; Randwick City Council; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 121,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Days off

Learning & development

Gym discounts

Job summary

NSW Health in Bondi Junction is seeking a Clinical Psychologist for the Early Psychosis Program (EPP) in the Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service. This part-time role offers flexibility with a 32-hour week and a strong focus on youth with first-episode psychosis.

The position supports professional development, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a rewarding career within a public health system.

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and endorsed in Clinical Psychology or eligible for endorsement.
• Experience with early intervention for psychosis in youth.
• Proficient in evidence-based psychological interventions, including CBT for psychosis.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert psychological support to young people (14–25) with early psychosis and their families.
• Consult and advise the MDT to inform treatment planning and care.
• Deliver CBT and other evidence-based interventions for psychosis.
• Assess, formulate and plan for individual treatment and recovery goals.

Skills

Clinical psychology

CBT for psychosis

Engagement techniques

Communication

Education

Registration with Psychology Board of Australia

Endorsement in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Clinical Psychologist, Early Psychosis Program (EPP) - ESMHS

Clinical Psychologist, Early Psychosis Program (EPP) - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service
Employment Type:PermanentPart Time
Position Classification:Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration:$59.59 - $72.64 per hour, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week:32
Requisition ID:REQ697797
Location:Bondi Junction, Sydney

The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area. We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery.

Learn more about us here:South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

Come Work With Us!

Are you an experienced clinical psychologist ,with a passion to work with young people (14-25 years) with mental health concerns, and knowledge of the mental health needs of young consumers with early psychosis and their families ? … then this is the role for you !

This part-time opportunity is designed to support a strong work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements, reduced hours, and the ability to structure your week around personal commitments. Part-time candidates will benefit from a manageable caseload, supportive supervision, and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment that prioritises both clinician wellbeing and high-quality care. Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities are also available to support your long-term goals in mental health practice.

Where you'll be working

Based in Bondi Junction, The Early Psychosis Programme is a specialist multi-disciplinary community mental health team providing interventions to young people (14 – 25) who have experienced First Episode Psychosis. This role will involve providing expert support and interventions to the families young consumers, as well as providing advice and consultation to the MDT.

Additional Benefits

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options- Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing. Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with aFitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.

Selection Criteria:

• Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, with Endorsement in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology (or eligibility to progress to same), along with a minimum two-year full-time equivalent Master or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology. Current NSW Drivers License.
• Demonstrated understanding of Early Intervention philosophy, principles and practice.
• Experience working with young people (14-25 years) with mental health concerns, and knowledge of the mental health needs of young consumers with early psychosis and their families.
• Detailed understanding and demonstrated experience in provision of evidence-based psychological interventions for psychosis, including CBT.
• Experience in providing comprehensive mental health assessment, formulation and treatment planning.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team and with a diverse range of stakeholders including consumers, families and service providers.
• Highly developed skills in engagement and therapeutic alliance. Demonstrated understanding and application of recovery and strengths based interventions.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, evidence based practice and ongoing clinical and professional learning.

Our values and commitment to diversity

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email ***************@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information

Information for applicants:

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained withing the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed or compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (***************@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.