Clinical Psychologist Registrar in Melbourne

Parkville location with multiple public transport options available.

Psychologist Grade 2 Year 1 (PK1 $94,478. – PK4 $106,906) + salary packaging + super + excellent professional development opportunities.

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world‑leading comprehensive cancer centre, dedicated to excellence across clinical care, research and education. We are home to the largest cancer research enterprise in Australia and provide treatment to around 40,000 people with cancer each year. Welcoming staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences is integral to fostering innovation and compassion and delivering the best possible cancer care for our patients.

About the team:

The Psychosocial Oncology Program provides specialist psychological care and support to people affected by cancer and their families. Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary environment, the psychology team partners with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to address the complex psychosocial needs associated with cancer diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.

About the role:

This exciting early‑career opportunity is designed for psychologists seeking clinical endorsement through the Psychology Board of Australia Clinical Registrar Program. As a Clinical Psychologist Registrar, you will provide psychological assessment and evidence‑based interventions to people with cancer and their families while developing specialist skills in psycho‑oncology. Over the two‑year program, you will have opportunities to work across a range of specialist services including adult inpatient and outpatient consultation‑liaison services, ONTrac (Victorian Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Service), Palliative Care, and Telehealth programs.

Development:

• A reduced clinical caseload
• Four hours of protected reflective practice time per week
• Individual and group clinical supervision
• Opportunities to engage with consumer lived‑experience programs
• Access to funded professional development days
• Access to internal and external educational opportunities
• Networking and learning opportunities with psychology peers
• Support to develop personal wellbeing, resilience and future public health career pathways

Regular day:

• Providing psychological assessment and evidence-based intervention to patients and families affected by cancer
• Participating in multidisciplinary clinical review and care planning
• Undertaking risk assessment, triage and psychological consultation activities
• Contributing to quality improvement, education and research initiatives within the Psychosocial Oncology Program

About you:

You are a compassionate and motivated psychologist who is committed to professional growth and delivering high‑quality patient‑centred care. You thrive in collaborative healthcare environments and have a strong interest in supporting people experiencing the psychological impacts of cancer.

You’ll bring with you:

• Full registration (or eligibility for full registration) as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA)
• APAC‑accredited postgraduate qualification (Masters or Doctorate) in Clinical Psychology
• Eligibility to enrol in the Clinical Psychology Registrar Program
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and evidence‑based practice
• Experience or understanding of psychology practice within hospital or public health settings
• Interest in psycho‑oncology and supporting people affected by cancer
• Experience or interest in working across different age groups including adolescents and young adults

We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end‑of‑journey facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries, coffee shops and rooftop garden spaces
• Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading and purchased leave options
• Structured registrar support including supervision, reflective practice time and professional development leave

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing. Inclusion and belonging: Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet every selection criterion and, where possible, will consider transferable skills and relevant experience.

Key Relationships:

Position Reports to:

• Direct: Head of Psychology
• Indirect: Director, Psychosocial Oncology

Internal:

• Members of the Psychosocial Oncology Program.
• Members of the multi‑disciplinary teams: Surgical, Medical & Radiation Oncologists, Palliative care staff, Clinical Nurse Coordinators and broader Nursing Staff, Allied Health Staff, Other Clinical and Administrative Staff.

External:

• Health professionals working in related fields, General Practitioners, Community Mental Health, University linkages, non‑government organisations.

Classification or Salary Range Category B: Position unlikely to have contact with blood or other body fluid.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Professional: Commitment to professional development and learning to the registration standard of APHRA. High level of written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills. Communicates in a timely and effective manner to supervisor, Head of Psychology and psychosocial oncology team. Attends and participates in regular supervision and departmental meetings. Engages in and contributes to development of psychology services at Peter Mac. Knowledge of the principles and application of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation and policies.
2. Clinical Care: Provides psychological assessment and evidence‑based treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Manages, conducts, and understands risk assessments and triages. Participates in multidisciplinary clinical review programs. Participates as a member of several multidisciplinary teams, providing psychological consultation and advice to other staff (with support from supervisor). Maintains appropriate and timely records related to service delivery including contact data and outcome data and measures.
3. Education & Research: Active engagement in all aspects of the Psychology Registrar Program. Contributes to quality and research projects where appropriate. Provides educational presentations as appropriate. Engaging in departmental and hospital professional development. Participates actively in regular team meetings and strategic planning.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC:

Peter Mac offers a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which our five sites are located throughout Victoria. We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.