Clinical Psychologist - Newcastle Continuing Care

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ693437

Remuneration:$118,162 - $144,021 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time

Position Classification:Clinical Psychologist

Hours Per Week:38

Location:James Fletcher Hospital 72 Watt St Newcastle

Requisition ID:REQ693437

Applications Close: Monday 12th October 2026

About the Role

As a Clinical Psychologist with Newcastle Community Mental Health Service, you will deliver high-quality psychological assessment and evidence-based therapeutic interventions, working in partnership with consumers, families and carers to support meaningful progress and optimal mental health outcomes.

You will work with people experiencing a diverse range of mental health presentations, from acute to enduring and mild to severe, providing individualised, person-centred care that responds to their unique needs and recovery goals.

Your professional growth is just as important as the care you provide. Newcastle Community Mental Health Service offers a comprehensive orientation program to support a confident transition into the role, alongside a strong commitment to clinical supervision, education and ongoing professional development. You'll be supported to strengthen your clinical expertise, expand your skills and thrive as part of a collaborative mental health service.

Where You'll Be Working

Newcastle Community Mental Health Service, located at the historic James Fletcher Hospital site, provides high-quality, person-centred mental health care to the Newcastle community.

You'll become part of a dynamic and collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to delivering contemporary mental health care across a diverse range of presentations. The service fosters a supportive and forward-thinking environment where collaboration, professional growth and quality care are valued - creating a workplace where both clinicians and the people they support can thrive.

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Current registration as a Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate clinical psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration or recognised equivalent, displayed on the Psychology Board of Australia website.

Additional Information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• Hunter New England Health 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or .

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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