The Royal Children's Hospital

Clinical Psychologist (Gr3) - PARC

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

  • Permanent, part time (0.2EFT / 16 hours per fortnight)
  • Psychologist Grade 3
  • Based in South Yarra - Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC)
  • Great staff benefits! 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging

The Department

The PARC service model is a partnership between Alfred Mental and Addiction Health (AMAH) and ERMHA 365 providing sub-acute residential step up / step down treatment and support for up to 28 days to consumers within the AMAH catchment area. AMAH provide the clinical component of the PARC Program and ERMHA 365 provide the on-site psychosocial support.

The Role

In this role, you will provide a range of clinical psychology services to consumers of PARC including formal psychological assessment formulation and treatment plans to individuals.

Experience and Qualifications Required

  • AHPRA registration under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (Victoria) Act 2009.
  • Endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (Victoria) Act 2009
  • Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
  • At least 5 years’ experience working as a registered clinical psychologist
  • Experience in the application of clinical psychology in a variety of Mental Health settings including community settings
  • Australian working rights
  • Current Influenza vaccination
  • Be willing to complete a background check & have a satisfactory Working with Children Check

Staff Benefits

  • Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
  • Onsite car (subject to availability) and bike parking opportunities
  • Fantastic onsite fitness facilities nearby at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
  • Childcare services nearby at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
  • Close to public transport and cafes

If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Dan Cartlidge, Operations Manager Adult Rehab & Recovery on D.Cartlidge@alfred.org.au.

Applications close 11pm AEST, Friday 31st July 2026.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
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