Clinical Psychologist – Port Macquarie in Riverside

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position

Classification: Clinical Psychologist

Remuneration: $118,162 - $144,021

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ700316

Applications Close: Monday November 2nd 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing

Provision of high-quality clinical psychology services to adults within the Mid North Coast Local Health District. The Alcohol and Other Drug Clinical Psychologist will work closely with the Health Services Manager leading AOD health initiatives (including workforce, clinical care and governance improvements).

About You

You are a highly skilled and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with full registration through the Psychology Board of Australia and advanced postgraduate qualifications in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, or another recognised clinical speciality. Your extensive academic training, clinical coursework, supervised practice, and professional experience have equipped you with the expertise to deliver comprehensive psychological services to adults and their families across diverse and complex clinical settings.

You possess advanced capabilities in psychological assessment, diagnosis, counselling, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions, supporting individuals to achieve meaningful and sustainable improvements in their mental health and wellbeing. With significant experience working with clients experiencing substance use disorders, you bring a thorough understanding of the complexities of addiction and recovery, delivering person-centred care that promotes resilience, engagement, and positive clinical outcomes.

You are recognised for your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to establish strong therapeutic relationships and effectively engage with clients, families, colleagues, and external stakeholders from a wide range of backgrounds. Your ability to consult, collaborate, and advocate ensures a coordinated approach to care that supports the needs of both individuals and the broader multidisciplinary team.

Highly organised and adaptable, you manage diverse clinical responsibilities with professionalism and efficiency. Your strong time management skills allow you to balance competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of care, accurate documentation, and effective service delivery. You are also proficient in the use of a variety of software applications, clinical information systems, and data management tools, supporting both clinical practice and operational requirements.

As a clinical leader, you are committed to fostering excellence within multidisciplinary teams through mentorship, professional guidance, and the promotion of evidence-based practice. You contribute positively to service development and quality improvement initiatives, sharing your expertise to strengthen team capability and enhance client outcomes. With a current driver's licence and the flexibility to travel as required, you are dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality psychological services to the communities you serve.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit. Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ. Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.

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For role related queries or questions contact Paula Young on paula.young@health.nsw.gov.au. For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au.

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