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Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, 16 hours per weekLocation: Liverpool/Fairfield Mental Health ServicePosition Classification: Clinical PsychologistRemuneration: $55.09 - $67.15 per hourRequisition ID: REQ570330Application Close Date: 04/05/2025Interview Date Range: 07/05/2025 14/05/2025Contact Details: Vanessa Crawford 02 9794 1714 | vanessa.crawford1@health.nsw.gov.auAbout the OpportunityAre you ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals experiencing complex mental health challenges? The Liverpool/Fairfield Community Mental Health Service is seeking a passionate Psychologist to join the team.In this dynamic and rewarding role, you will provide expert psychological and psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based interventions to support consumers with complex mental health presentations. Your clinical insight and collaborative approach will be central in delivering person-centred care that empowers recovery and resilience within the community.This is your chance to be part of a progressive, recovery-oriented team committed to excellence in mental health. If you thrive on professional challenge, value multidisciplinary collaboration, and are driven by purpose and impact wed love to hear from you.What You''ll be DoingTo deliver specialist psychological and psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, interventions and consultation in order to address the needs of consumers who are living with complex mental health problems and disorders.The role also participates in the evaluation of clinical outcomes of services and assists in the development and provision of education and training programs. Additionally, the role supervises Psychologists and other disciplines working within the LHD.Where You''ll Be Working South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydneys new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation at your fingertips.How to ApplyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia. Completion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate Clinical Psychology qualification of no less than two years full time duration or recognised equivalent.Demonstrated competence in a wide range of psychological assessments and evidence-based psychological treatments delivered on an individual and/or group basis.Demonstrated experience working independently in the provision of patient/consumer-focused care.Demonstrated knowledge of the quality improvement process for service development, implementation and evaluation.Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to accomplish service goals and improved patient and/or consumer care and outcomes.Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit the target audience.Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this position.Additional InformationSalary PackagingSouth Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.Health & FitnessSouth Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.Transforming Your ExperienceTransforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHD''s key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we dont just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young peoples rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.Connect with us on ''X'', Facebook and LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr