Be a pivotal part of the Kids Hub service, providing support to children with emotional, behavioural and early, mental health issues within a large and experienced multi-disciplinary team.
$40.57 - $69.84 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 24 hours per week until 27 June 2027 | Kids Hub, Fairy Meadow with outreach to other ISLHD sites. | REQ667928 | Applications close: 21 June 2026
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
As the Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist / Social Worker (level in the Kids Hub team, you will provide psychosocial assessment and therapeutic intervention to children up to the age of 12 years. You will work in a large multidisciplinary team of medical, nursing and allied health clinicians, as well as other support positions.
The Kids Hub service prioritises referrals for vulnerable families, therefore the intervention approach requires the child be seen within the context of the family and their social support structures. The role will require family and child-focused therapeutic interventions, with an emphasis on attachment, parent-child relationship and parenting capacity to meet the emotional needs of their child. A range of therapeutic approaches will be required for caseload, including: provision of psychoeducation, working directly with children or their parents/carers, family therapy work, group work and telehealth service provision.
This new service is part of a nation-wide roll out of Kids Hubs jointly funded by NSW Health and the Australian Government to provide early intervention mental health and wellbeing support for children up to the age of 12 years.
This is a temporarily funded position until 27 June 2027 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Ruth Evans on [email protected] or 0448 208 040
ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.
