Clinical Psychologist Grade 2 (Casual)

Epworth Healthcare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 pre-tax

Meals and entertainment allowance

Discounted private health insurance

Educational scholarship program

Job summary

Epworth HealthCare in Melbourne seeks a Grade 2 Clinical/Health Psychologist to join our rehabilitation team on a casual basis. You will work across Richmond, Hawthorn and Camberwell, delivering evidence-based psychological care in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

The role requires endorsement in Clinical, Health, or Counselling Psychology and experience in a hospital/rehabilitation setting; ongoing supervision and development opportunities are available within Epworth’s network.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctoral degree in Clinical, Health or Counselling Psychology.
• General registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA, with endorsement (or progress toward endorsement).
• Experience in hospital environment, ideally in rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention to support patient wellbeing.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to achieve goals.
• Maintain high standards of clinical practice across assessment, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Demonstrate clear and compassionate communication with patients and families.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Endorsement/AHPRA

Hospital experience

Rehabilitation focus

Education

Masters or Doctoral in Clinical/Health/Counselling Psychology

Job description

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence‑based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace — one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description

Epworth HealthCare is seeking a Grade 2 Clinical or Health Psychologist to join our rehabilitation team in a casual capacity. With a long‑standing reputation for delivering high‑quality psychological care across our rehabilitation services, our psychology department consists of more than 25 experienced clinicians. You will be joining a vibrant, collaborative, and supportive team committed to clinical excellence and continual professional growth.

This casual role provides cover across our three rehabilitation sites —Richmond, Hawthorn, and Camberwelland offers the opportunity to work with clients presenting with a wide range of health‑related conditions, including cardiac, neurological, oncology, and orthopaedic presentations.

We are looking for someone who is adaptable, open to learning, and able to build strong working relationships. This role provides valuable experience across multiple clinical areas, teams, and client groups. Applicants should hold (or be working towards) endorsement in Clinical, Health, or Counselling Psychology.

With access to ongoing supervision, professional development, and strong links across the broader Epworth network, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your skills within a supportive environment.

You will make an impact by:

• Using your strong clinical skills to provide effective, evidence‑based psychological assessment and intervention to support patient wellbeing and recovery
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support rehabilitation goals and functional outcomes
• Maintaining high standards of clinical practice across assessment, treatment, family liaison, and discharge planning
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and team members

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Established psychological assessment and intervention skills
• Experience in a hospital environment, ideally within rehabilitation
• An interest, and preferably experience, in delivering interventions for people with neurological conditions. Relevant training and support will be provided
• A values‑based approach emphasising teamwork, compassion, and evidence‑based practice
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Position Description Inherent Requirements

About Rehabilitation & Mental Health

Epworth Rehabilitation and Mental Health services are some of the most progressive of their kind in Australia. Our clinical approach involves individualised treatment and collaborative team decision‑making to achieve positive outcomes for patients. Our strong team ethos extends across our rehabilitation and mental health services at our Epworth hospitals in Richmond, Camberwell, Hawthorn and Geelong.

Qualifications

• A Masters or Doctoral degree in Clinical or Health or Counselling Psychology
• General registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA, with endorsement (or progress toward endorsement) in Clinical, Health, or Counselling Psychology

Additional Information

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to$15,900pre-tax annually, plus$2,650meals and entertainment allowance leading to greater take home pay
• Discounted private health insurance
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier‑free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Itis a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact[emailprotected]or call(03) 9426 0***.