In-Demand Psychology research Jobs in Sydney Nsw

Clinical Psychologist - Substance Use Disorders, Forensic Mental Health
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $59.59 - $72.63 an hour
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Psychology
- Communication skills
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Counsellor - Community Outpatients – Drug Health Service, St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney
St Vincent's Hospital Network —Sydney NSW
- $79,419 - $113,301 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- Discharge planning
- Computer skills
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Rehabilitation Consultant (New Grads, Senior Consultants)
Nexus Rehab —Harris Park NSW
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
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Neuropsychologist - Forensic Mental Health
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $59.59 - $72.63 an hour
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Communication skills
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Upskilling Project Officer (Targeted)
University of Sydney —Camperdown NSW
- $107,312 a year
- Part-time
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- University
Counsellor
Western Sydney University —Parramatta NSW
- $118,969 - $132,069 a year
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- University
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
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Postdoctoral Research Associate / Fellow (Cognitive Science of Language)
University of Sydney —Camperdown NSW
- $117,936 - $142,475 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- University
Neuropsychologist (Research) - Centre for Applied Medical Research (AMR), St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney
St Vincent's Hospital Network —Sydney NSW
- $59.59 - $72.64 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Administrative experience
13d
Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist
Woolcock Institute of Medical Research —Macquarie Park NSW
- Research
- Clinic
Clinical Psychologist
The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network —Sydney NSW
- $118,162 - $144,021 a year
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Experience working with children
- Employee assistance program
8d
Analyst
Circana —Blenheim Road NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Senior Research Executive - Employee Experience
Ipsos —Sydney NSW
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee assistance program
Allied Health Assistant - Occupational Therapist
Altius Group —Sydney NSW
- Temporary
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Analyst
IRI Worldwide (Australia) —Blenheim Road NSW
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
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Clinical Provider (Sydney, Australia)
Intellect —Sydney NSW
- Contract
- Remote
- Private practice
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee assistance program
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Clinical Provider (Parramatta, Australia)
Intellect —Parramatta NSW
- Contract
- Remote
- Private practice
- Master's degree
- Psychology
- Employee assistance program
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Rehabilitation Consultant - OT, EP, or Physio
Altius Group —Miranda NSW
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
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Clinical Psychologist - Community Palliative Care
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $59.59 - $72.63 an hour
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Master's degree
Rehabilitation Counsellor
Altius Group —Miranda NSW
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
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Change and Workforce Transformation Director
BDO —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Research
- Business development
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training

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Clinical Psychologist - Substance Use Disorders, Forensic Mental Health

Western Sydney Local Health District -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Part-time
$59.59 - $72.63 an hour
1 day ago

Qualifications

Bachelor honours degree
AHPRA registration
Master's degree
Psychology
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Western Sydney Local Health District

Reference number

REQ690635

Occupation

Clinical Psychologist

Work type

Part-Time

Location

Sydney - Greater West

Salary Information

$118162 - $144021

Closing date

15 September 2026 at 11:59pm

Shape specialist psychological care in a brand-new forensic mental health service

Help build an innovative service and model of care from the ground up

Join a multidisciplinary team focused on recovery, rehabilitation and safer outcomes

Assess complex presentations, create evidence-based interventions and deliver specialist psychological care for people with substance use and mental health needs in a forensic setting.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: $59.59 - $72.63 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Blacktown

Where you'll be working
Located at Budyari Gilli, Blacktown Hospital, you'll join Western Sydney Local Health District's new 20-bed Low Secure Forensic Mental Health Inpatient Unit, opening 13 October 2026. This contemporary service is being established to provide specialised assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for people whose mental health needs sit within the forensic mental health system.

You'll be joining a service where your expertise can make a genuine impact while helping shape its culture, clinical practice and patient experience from day one.

Be part of a new specialist forensic mental health service within one of Australia's largest and most diverse health districts.
Work alongside the existing Budyari Gamada services as part of an integrated forensic mental health model.
Collaborate with the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network to support continuity of care and patient flow across NSW.
Join a multidisciplinary workforce committed to recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and consumer-centred care.
Contribute to a culture of education, research and innovation that is shaping the future of mental health care in Western Sydney.

What you'll be doing
As a Clinical Psychologist specialising in Substance Use Disorders and Dual Diagnosis, you'll provide specialist psychological assessment and treatment for consumers presenting with substance use issues alongside complex mental health needs. Your expertise will help inform recovery, rehabilitation and positive clinical outcomes in a forensic environment.

Conduct comprehensive psychological and substance use assessments, including assessment of co-occurring mental health conditions.
Develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based psychological interventions for substance use disorders and complex comorbid presentations.
Provide specialist consultation, education and training to forensic mental health clinicians and the broader multidisciplinary team.
Develop therapeutic programs and interventions, contribute to case management and prepare high-quality clinical and court reports.
Work collaboratively with consumers, families, carers, clinicians and external agencies while contributing to clinical governance, quality improvement and professional supervision.

Make a difference with NSW Health

This is more than an opportunity to join a new service — it's a chance to help build the future of forensic mental health care.

Bring your clinical expertise, curiosity and commitment to recovery and join a team where your contribution will be valued from day one.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Qualification: Completion of a recognised Master’s or Doctorial Degree in Clinical or Forensic Psychology
Registration: Current full registration with AHPRA, Psychology Board of Australia

Selection Criteria:

A four year degree in Psychology, being a three year degree with a fourth year honours in Psychology, and a post-graduate degree at the masters level or higher in Clinical or Forensic Psychology from a recognised university.
Experience administering comprehensive assessments and designing targeted treatment plans for substance use issues and comorbid mental health problems in a forensic mental health setting.
Demonstrated skills in providing evidence based psychological treatment for substance use issues and co-morbid mental health problems including delivering brief interventions and harm reduction programmes
Ability to work in a forensic mental health setting with patients/consumers who have engaged in offending behaviour
Proven high quality written and verbal communication skills
Prior experience or exposure managing challenging patient/consumer behaviours
An understanding of the array of psychosocial issues that contribute to substance use problems and capacity to take a holistic approach to treatment

Requisition ID: REQ690635
Applications Close: 15th September 2026

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Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
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For inquiries about the role, contact Natalie Crino on [email protected]

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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