Clinical Psychologist

The Royal Melbourne Hospital Mental Health Services Engage program was established in 2016 and aims to ensure that people who attend the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) Emergency Department (ED) in a vulnerable mental state have effective mental health follow-up, regardless of the presenting problem or their residential location.

You will provide high-level clinical assessment, treatment and targeted brief interventions for consumers with complex mental health needs, working collaboratively with consumers, families and carers to support recovery and ongoing care. Working alongside a highly committed Post Discharge team, you’ll have opportunities to develop your clinical expertise and career, with training, education and CPD supported by the RMH. Enjoy a Monday to Friday roster with balanced Saturday coverage, providing flexibility and work-life balance.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide a high level of clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and delivery of targeted brief interventions to consumers with complex mental health related needs, where possible including family and carers in decisions.
• Ability to problem solve in a complex and changing environment.
• Develop effective relationships with referrers and community public mental health services.
• Work independently within a multidisciplinary team to support an efficient, effective and equitable response to referrals.

About You

• Current AHPRA registration relevant to the position.
• Strong clinical skills in mental health assessment, treatment and brief interventions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong clinical reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Person-centred approach, with the ability to involve consumers, families and carers in care decisions.
• Ability to work effectively in a complex and changing environment.
• Commitment to delivering timely, equitable and high-quality mental health care.

Benefits of Working at RMH

• Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
• Career Growth: Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
• Supportive Culture & Belonging: Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
• Innovation: Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
• World-Class Excellence: Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
• Enjoy great employee benefits: Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
• Work in the Parkville Precinct: Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

Our Commitment: We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards. As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.