Clinical/Counselling/Health Psychologist (Grade 2)
Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 64
Job Category - Allied Health Professional (generic)
Req Id - 8084
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Build your career with Victoria’s largest regional health service
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Join a supportive, high-performing team making a real community impact
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Temporary part time roles available until October 2026
About the role
The Clinical/Counselling/Health Psychologist “Psychologist” is responsible for psychological assessment and patient-centred intervention within Barwon Health. This role is responsible for ensuring contemporary evidence-based psychology services for women and AFAB (assigned female at birth) patients within the clinical setting. The Psychologist is also required to provide secondary consultation to the treating team in relation to psychological issues associated with women’s health conditions with the aim of maximising the efficacy of the full range of interventions delivered.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide professional leadership aligned with organisational values, contributing to committees, policy development, and service initiatives
- Deliver evidence-based psychological care, including assessment, treatment, outcome evaluation, and independent caseload management
- Ensure accurate, timely documentation, reporting, and adherence to organisational policies, procedures, and care standards
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and consumers, demonstrating inclusive and culturally safe practice
- Engage in continuous quality improvement, supervision, professional development, and research activities to maintain clinical excellence
- Uphold ethical, legal, and professional standards, including registration, credentialing, risk management, and responsible resource use
What we’re looking for
- Current registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA, with endorsed area of practice (Clinical, Counselling or Health Psychology) and relevant postgraduate qualification
- Demonstrated experience delivering evidence-based psychological interventions across diverse clinical presentations
- Ability to work independently while contributing to multidisciplinary teams and supporting the development of others
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build effective professional relationships and work in a culturally safe, inclusive manner
- Commitment to ongoing professional development, reflective practice, and alignment with organisational values and standards
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
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Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
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A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
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Extensive professional development opportunities
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Attractive salary packaging benefits
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Living expenses capped at $9,010
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Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
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For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click Here
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
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Satisfactory Police Record Check
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Immunisation Status Clearance
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Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Rachel O'Keefe
Email: rachel.o'keeffe@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 11th, May 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.