Senior Clinical Psychologist

Hunter New England Health; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 111,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Hunter New England Health invites applications for a Senior Clinical Psychologist in the Consultation Liaison Psychiatry service. The role focuses on inpatient assessments, brief interventions, and outpatient therapy for hospital patients across John Hunter Hospital and affiliated sites.

You will collaborate with medical and surgical teams, provide staff wellbeing support, and engage in professional development in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate clinical psychology qualification.
• Experience in inpatient or liaison psychology is advantageous.
• Ability to work across medical and surgical specialties and provide brief interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient psychological assessment and brief interventions for hospital patients.
• Deliver short- to medium-term outpatient therapy as appropriate.
• Collaborate with medical, surgical and allied teams to support patient care and staff wellbeing.

Skills

Inpatient assessment

Brief interventions

Outpatient therapy

Liaison psychiatry

Education

Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate clinical psychology qualification

Job description

Join a highly regarded Consultation Liaison team delivering specialist psychological care across acute hospital settings.

Remuneration: $75.89 - $80.24 per hour + superannuation + Salary Packaging

Employment Type:PermanentPart Time

Position Classification:Snr Clinical Psychologist

Hours Per Week:16

Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country

Requisition ID:REQ693679

Applications Close: Thursday 22nd October 2026

Where you'll be working

The Consultation Liaison (CL) Psychiatry Service provides in-reach across all wards at John Hunter Hospital and also supports Maitland, Belmont and Manning hospitals.

The team provides assessment and intervention for patients with a broad range of presentations, including psychiatric or psychological concerns related to medical illness, primary mental health conditions with co‑existing medical or surgical issues, somatoform disorders, presentations following suicide attempts, and patients experiencing delirium, dementia or behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). The service also provides advice to hospital staff regarding consent for treatment and anxiety management, while supporting patients, families and multidisciplinary teams through education and consultation.

Working within the CL team offers a diverse and clinically rewarding caseload, allowing you to utilise your specialist skills while continuing to grow professionally. The team is committed to delivering high-quality, comprehensive clinical care through a collaborative approach, timely support for referrers and a strong, supportive team culture.

About the role

As the Senior Clinical Psychologist within the Consultation Liaison team, you will provide inpatient psychological assessment and brief interventions, along with short- to medium-term outpatient therapy for hospital patients. The role offers an excellent balance of autonomy and teamwork, with opportunities to build strong relationships across medical and surgical specialties while supporting patients with complex needs.

You will also contribute to staff wellbeing by working alongside a range of professional groups to support the delivery of complex and, at times, emotionally challenging clinical care. The role includes liaison with specialist services including Cystic Fibrosis, the Young People’s Diabetes Team, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, perioperative services and post‑stroke services.

You will be supported by the Area Director of Liaison Psychiatry, the CL Service Manager and the Psychology Head of Discipline. Ongoing professional development is encouraged through monthly Clinical Review meetings, Journal Club and regular professional supervision. During your orientation, supernumerary shifts with the Greater Newcastle Mental Health Service CL team can be arranged to provide opportunities to shadow experienced clinicians and become familiar with the role and service.

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you’re challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You’ll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities across the administrative network
• Career progression opportunities within NSW Health
• Annual leave and paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Salary packaging options to increase take‑home pay
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

Essential Requirements

• Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate clinical psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration or recognised equivalent, displayed on the Psychology Board of Australia website.

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Lisa Brankley on [e-mail]

Information for Applicants

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