Senior Psychologist

Department of Health, Tasmania; City of Burnie; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Relocation assistance

Professional development support

Job summary

North West Regional Hospital in Burnie is seeking a psychologist to deliver specialist psychology assessment and therapy to children and families within a multidisciplinary paediatric team. You will provide evidence-based interventions, clinical expertise, and contribute to quality improvement and professional development activities.

You will work alongside physicians, fellow allied health professionals and nurses to support patient-centred care, adhere to professional codes, and participate in

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in contemporary psychology practice relating to children and families.
• Experience managing clients with complex psychological issues and liaising with families and other providers.
• High-level interpersonal, verbal and written communication, negotiation and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team in psychology assessment and therapy for paediatric outpatients.
• Provide clinical expertise and evidence-based assessments and interventions in line with organisational policies and codes of conduct.

Skills

Extensive experience

Clinical management of complex cases

Interpersonal skills

Education

Tertiary qualification approved by Psychology Board of Australia

Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia

Working with Children Registration

Job description

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
North West Regional Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 01 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Sunday 1 November, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3

$117,272 to $126,182 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North West

Location:

North West Regional Hospital

Deliver specialist psychology assessment and therapeutic services to children and families within a multidisciplinary paediatric team, providing evidence-based interventions, clinical expertise, support, education, and contributing to quality improvement and professional development activities.

The Team

As a psychologist, you’ll play a leading role in our inclusive and expert allied health team at North-West Regional Hospital (Burnie), working alongside our Physicians, fellow Allied Health Professionals and Nurses to provide comprehensive care that is centred on the unique situation of each individual you meet. This is how you can gain true meaning from your work. The team will rely on you thriving in your role and will be invested in making this a reality. Review the Statement of Duties for more details.

The Role

Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the provision of psychology assessment and therapy services to outpatients of the paediatric service.

Provide clinical expertise and evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions in accordance with organisational policies and relevant professional codes of conduct.

You will need

• Extensive experience in, and knowledge of, contemporary psychology practice relevant to children and their families.
• Demonstrated extensive experience and expertise in the clinical management of clients with complex psychological issues including the ability to liaise effectively with family, carers and other service providers.
• Proven high level interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Position Features

• It is expected the occupant will travel within the North West Region of Tasmania as required
• Travel throughout the State, including King Island may also be necessary at times

$117,272 to $126,182 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $123,487 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnightly, pro rata basis.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support may be available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia

Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia

Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements)

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

Holds area of practice endorsement in relevant area/s: Counselling Psychology, Community Psychology, Educational and Developmental Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Organisational Psychology, or Sport and Exercise Psychology

• Current Driver’s Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3

$117,272 to $126,182 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North West

Location:

North West Regional Hospital

Deliver specialist psychology assessment and therapeutic services to children and families within a multidisciplinary paediatric team, providing evidence-based interventions, clinical expertise, support, education, and contributing to quality improvement and professional development activities.

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3

$117,272 to $126,182 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North West

Location:

North West Regional Hospital

Deliver specialist psychology assessment and therapeutic services to children and families within a multidisciplinary paediatric team, providing evidence-based interventions, clinical expertise, support, education, and contributing to quality improvement and professional development activities.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.