• Gain diverse experiences across clinical service delivery, research, and education
• Work closely with a medical speciality and as part of a multidisciplinary team

CRVCID No. 747743

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time and Part time, Fixed Term Part time and Full Time, and casual appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile

We are seeking Clinical Psychologists to join our Department Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology based at Perth Children’s Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the evolution of our service and grow within a dynamic healthcare setting.

Reporting to the Head of the Department of Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology, you will develop integrated care plans, and deliver high-quality, evidence-based clinical care that is responsive to the needs of our patients.

You will assess, provide intervention, and consult on a diverse range of paediatric inpatient and outpatient cases, addressing cognitive, emotional, and functional challenges to enhance the overall well-being of the child and their family.  

Key responsibilities include:

• Working collaboratively within MDT settings across various departments.
• Developing and adapting care plans for children with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and complex medical needs under the primary care of paediatricians or surgeons.
• Actively participating in departmental meetings, case presentations, conferences, research, benchmarking, education, and development activities, aiming to enhance service delivery and contribute to the broader field of rehabilitation psychology.
• Providing mentorship, supervision, and training to junior staff and contribute to the professional development within the department and broader clinical community.
• Developing intervention and group programs within the psychology team.
• Liaising with community agencies and contributing to the ongoing mapping and analysis of caseloads, referrals, and service demands to inform future staffing and departmental growth.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills, actively participating in multidisciplinary teams (MDT) to deliver holistic patient care in collaboration with medical specialists, nursing, and other allied health professionals.

Prior experience within a tertiary setting is desirable.

Please note a Masters or Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology, and registered endorsement as a clinical psychologist (or eligibility with registered current Clinical Psychology Registrar status) with the Psychology Board of Australia is a requirement for this role.

About our Department of Psychology and Neuropsychology (DCPN)

Based at Perth Children’s Hospital, our dedicated team provide a state-wide service to children aged 0–16 years, and their families, according to cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and psychological needs, including both inpatients and outpatients.

As part of a multi-disciplinary team of health professionals, we deliver holistic and integrated psychological care aimed at improving outcomes for children with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and complex medical needs, including when mental health challenges affect their engagement with medical treatment.

We also provide crucial support and education to families as they navigate the challenges and impact of the child’s illness, disability or hospitalisation, and collaborate with schools to develop tailored strategies and accommodations to support the child at home and in community settings.

As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we actively participate in innovative research, education and comprehensive clinical training to continually enhance the quality of care provided.

How to Apply

Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.  

Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process.

For your written application please provide the following:

• A cover letter addressed to the Head of Department
• A current curriculum vitae demonstrating appropriate education, training, qualifications, experience and level of competency. Please ensure any paediatric experience is clearly documented.
• A statement addressing selection criteria as per the Job Description Form in 2 – 3 pages maximum. (View the applicant information package and Job Description Form (JDF) attached for more information, including the selection criteria). 

  (Please note that examples of how you have applied your skills, knowledge and experience help to demonstrate that you have met the selection criteria).

• The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a confidential report (we will contact you and seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form. 

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Dr Carol Keane (Head of Department Psychology and Neuropsychology) at carol.keane@health.wa.gov.au or 0417804929 with any specific queries regarding this position.

Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Sponsorship is not currently available for this position.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

This is a recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. 
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 30 September 2027.

About CAHS

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children, and young people. CAHS comprises three service areas: Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) and Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).

With over 7000 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.

For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS, please click here and for further information regarding CAHS’ services, please click here

CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.

Support for your interview process

CAHS is committed to ensuring that our interview process meets the access needs of all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a disability, enhance access, or support your inclusion and success during the interview, please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team prior to your interview.

You can reach the team via CAHS.talentacquisition@health.wa.gov.au or by calling 08 6456 0321. All enquiries will be treated confidentially.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. 

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS CAN NOT BE CONSIDERED.