Clinical Psychologist - Out of Home Care/Whole of Family Team - Temp FT/PT

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local health service is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join their Out of Home Care/Whole Family Team in Ingleburn. This role involves delivering specialist mental health care to vulnerable children and families. The ideal candidate has experience in child and adolescent mental health and will benefit from opportunities for professional development and training in a supportive environment.

Benefits

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Discounted gym membership

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Experience providing trauma-informed assessment and intervention.
• Ability to supervise Psychologists and other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychological assessments and diagnoses.
• Participate in the evaluation of clinical outcomes.
• Assist in developing training programs.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Complex mental health assessment

Consultation and intervention

Education

Postgraduate Clinical Psychology qualification

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week
Location: Out of Home Care/Whole Family Team Offices Ingleburn
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $55.09 - $67.15 per hour

Requisition ID: REQ610843
Application Close Date: 12/10/2025
Interview Date Range: 15/10/2025 – 22/10/2025
Contact Details: Natalie Medel – 0472 865 329 | [e-mail]

About the Opportunity

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a vibrant and highly skilled therapeutic team delivering specialist mental health care to some of the most vulnerable children and families in NSW. The Out of Home Care/Whole Family Team (OOHC/WFT) is a Tier 4 service made up of senior clinicians who bring creativity, flexibility, and systemic thinking to every case—grounded in trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and attachment-based practice.

You’ll work with children in out-of-home care with severe and complex mental health needs, and support family preservation for children at Risk of Significant Harm where parental mental health or substance use is a concern. The team collaborates closely with Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), Education, and Health services to provide integrated, shared care through outreach, inreach, and centre-based support.

This role is ideal for Clinical Psychologists with experience in child and adolescent mental health or child protection who are looking to expand their skills in a high impact setting. There are opportunities to engage in training, research, and contribute to service innovation—OOHC/WFT regularly presents at statewide and interstate conferences and is recognised for its leadership in clinical care.

Located directly opposite Ingleburn train station, with free and easy parking, this temporary position offers both accessibility and professional growth. Clinical Psychology Registrars are welcome to apply and will be well supported by a team that values collaboration, development, and excellence.

If you’re ready to be part of a forward-looking team making a real difference—We’d love to hear from you!

What You'll be Doing

To deliver specialist psychological and psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, interventions and consultation in order to address the needs of consumers who are living with complex mental health problems and disorders.

The role also participates in the evaluation of clinical outcomes of services and assists in the development and provision of education and training programs. Additionally, the role supervises Psychologists and other disciplines working within the LHD according to organisational needs.

Where You'll Be Working

SWSLHD Community Mental Health Services provide comprehensive, community-based mental health care across South Western Sydney. These services cater to different age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and older persons, ensuring specialised care throughout various life stages. The multidisciplinary teams offer a range of supports, including mental health assessments, crisis intervention, care coordination, and therapy. They work closely with inpatient services, GPs, and other community organisations to provide holistic care.

The focus on community health and wellbeing makes SWSLHD Community Mental Health Services an ideal place to work, providing opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate Clinical Psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration or recognised equivalent.
• Describe your experience in providing trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health and drug health assessment and intervention to vulnerable children, young people, or families involved in child protection or out of home care.
• Provide an example of how you have contributed to service development, quality improvement, or clinical supervision within a mental health setting.
• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Additional Information

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Transforming Your Experience Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. We encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

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