Psychologist

PsychXchange; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex leave

Hybrid work model

Fitness Passport

Salary packaging

Annual leave loading

Job summary

Department of Communities and Justice in New South Wales seeks a psychologist to deliver trauma-informed therapeutic care to vulnerable children, young people, families and carers. You will provide psychological assessment, interventions and other services within the Psychological and Specialist Services team.

Join a multidisciplinary team with supervision and professional development opportunities, in a hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and a competitive remuneration package.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Clinical experience with therapeutic frameworks for child abuse, neglect and trauma.
• Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychological assessment, therapeutic interventions and other professional services to DCJ client groups including children, young people, families and carers.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to provide trauma-informed care and support.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Clinical experience

Child psychology

Traveling allowed

Education

Psychology degree recognised by Psychology Board of Australia

Job description

Department of Communities & Justice on 9 Sep 2026

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Salary: $79,592 - $154,889 p.a. + superannuation, annual leave loading and flex leave

Small steps, real change.

Join a passionate multidisciplinary team where your clinical work truly matters.

As part of the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), you'll play a key role in delivering trauma-informed therapeutic care to vulnerable children, young people, families, and carers, supporting them to navigate the impacts of trauma, loss, and placement transitions.

As part of the Psychological and Specialist Services team, you will work to deliver psychological assessment, therapeutic interventions and other professional services to DCJ client groups including children, young people, families and carers.

You’ll have the opportunity to grow and learn, drawing on the expertise of a multidisciplinary team and the knowledge and support of the broader Psychological and Specialist Services team.

We offer:

• Supportive work-life balance with a 35 hour work week, the ability to accrue and take flex leave, and generous leave provisions.
• A challenging and rewarding career within a supportive, collaborative, and experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Flexible work arrangements including a hybrid model with a blend of in-office and work from home flexibility.
• Career Growth and development with access to ongoing professional development, extensive clinical supervision, and opportunities to make meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.
• An attractive remuneration package including salary, employer superannuation contributions, leave loading, access to Fitness Passport, and salary packaging options.

Your skills and expertise can help kids navigate trauma, build resilience, and empower children and young people by giving them the tools they need to thrive now, and into the future.

In this rewarding position, you will:

• Work in an evidenced-based trauma service being trained, supervised and supported by clinical supervisors who are experts in the field.
• Make a real difference working with a highly vulnerable children and families who are motivated and committed to positive change.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Psychology recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia, with either:
  • Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, or
  • Provisional registration with an ability to fulfil full registration within the relevant timeframes.
• Experience: Clinical experience working with and knowledge of therapeutic frameworks for child abuse, neglect and trauma. Prior experience working with children and adolescents is preferred. Or Knowledge of therapeutic frameworks for child abuse, neglect, and trauma.
• Driver’s Licence: willingness to travel as required.

Got a question? For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Cynthia Mifsud on **************@dcj.nsw.gov.au

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please contact Peter Luong on ************@dcj.nsw.gov.au