Educational and Developmental Clinical Psychologist

Barwon Health; Barwon Downs; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ADOs

Five weeks leave (pro‑rata)

Salary packaging

Permanent part-time

Job summary

Barwon Health in Victoria is seeking an Educational and Developmental Clinical Psychologist to provide comprehensive developmental and diagnostic assessments for preschool-aged children facing developmental, behavioural, educational, social or environmental challenges.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, using evidence-based tools, clinical observation and family consultation to support diagnostic formulation and provide high-quality reports.

Qualifications

• Registered psychologist with AHPRA in Clinical Psychology.
• Experience with preschool-aged developmental/educational assessments.
• Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and model evidence-based, multidisciplinary assessment, care planning, treatment and review.
• Independently manage a clinical caseload and deliver consumer-centred care.
• Support junior staff and students through supervision and mentoring.
• Contribute to research, quality improvement and innovation while maintaining standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Report writing

Communication skills

Cultural safety

Education

AHPRA registration (Clinical Psychology)

Job description

Educational and Developmental Clinical Psychologist

• Build your career with Victoria’s largest regional health service
• Join a supportive, high-performing team making a real community impact
• Permanent part-time role | 48 hours per fortnight | ADOs | five weeks leave(pro-rata) & salary packaging benefits

About the role

As an Educational and Developmental Clinical Psychologist, you will provide comprehensive developmental and diagnostic assessments for preschool-aged children experiencing developmental, behavioural, educational, social or environmental challenges. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will use evidence-based assessment tools, clinical observation and consultation with families to support diagnostic formulation. You will provide recommendations and high-quality reports to guide intervention, educational planning and access to appropriate supports.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and model evidence-based, multidisciplinary assessment, care planning, treatment and review, while contributing to clinical policies and service initiatives.
• Independently manage a clinical caseload, integrate complex information from multiple sources, evaluate outcomes and deliver high-quality consumer-centred care.
• Build effective relationships across the multidisciplinary team and support the development of junior staff and students through supervision, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to research, quality improvement and innovation while maintaining professional, ethical and legal standards, ongoing CPD and evidence-based practice.

What we’re looking for

• Current AHPRA registration as a Psychologist with an Area of Practice Endorsement in Clinical Psychology.
• Demonstrated clinical experience and ability to work independently, with the knowledge and skills to support the professional development of others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively in an inclusive and culturally safe environment.
• Commitment to reflective practice and ongoing professional development, with proficiency in information technology systems and evidence-based practice.

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction

A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Attractive salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at ************@barwonhealth.org.au

All appointments are subject to:

Satisfactory Police Record Check

Immunisation Status Clearance

Working with Children Check (if applicable)