Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 30 June 2028
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist
Remuneration: 113617 - 138482 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ671130
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 25 June 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Georgia Farrar on
[email protected]
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
Applicants currently enrolled in a combined Masters/PhD are eligible to apply if they have completed the equivalent of Masters degree requirements as part of the PhD pathway. Evidence of this is demonstrated by a completed PDEC-76 form and cover letter from the University confirming Masters degree requirements have been met.
Applicants are eligible to apply if they have completed an accredited Masters degree and are awaiting their graduation ceremony. Written confirmation from the University is required.
Successful applicants who have completed the Masters degree or Masters degree requirements and are awaiting full registration from the Psychology Board of Australia will be paid at Year 2 of the Psychologist Scale until they have full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, at which point they will commence on Year 1 of the Clinical Psychologist scale.
What you'll be doing
The Clinical Psychologist will be part of the OCD BOUNCE team, a multidisciplinary specialty service focused on paediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The role involves collaborating across multiple organisations, clinical services, and universities within the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) the South-Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) to support delivery of coordinated and integrated care. As a research-enabled service, the position also includes a strong research component. Responsibilities include developing research protocols, preparing ethics and site-specific authorisation applications, conducting data entry and analysis, and contributing to or managing research projects.
Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
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Full Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia with fulll endorsement in Clinical Psychology , or eligibility to obtain endorsement.
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Completion of a minimum two-year full-time equivalent accredited postgraduate Masters or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology.
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Proven experience in clinical assessment and delivering evidence based interventions to paediatric clients with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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Demonstrated experience in research and clinical trial project management with knowledge and ability to work in accordance with key frameworks and principles of clinical trials, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework.
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Advanced skills in data management and statistical analysis, including proficiency in software such as SPSS and R.
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Sound understanding of and ability to navigate, complex healthcare systems.
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Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Commitment to fostering a culture of quality and patient safety in clinical research.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to 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.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at
[email protected]
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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