Senior Psychologist (Paediatric Psychology)

• Location: Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital
• Employment Type: Ongoing, Part-Time (30.4 hours per fortnight)
• Salary: Psychologist Grade 3 (PL1 - PL4) + Super + Salary Packaging

About the Role

An opportunity currently exists for a Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist / Senior Clinical Psychologist / or Senior Ed & Dev Psychologist to work within the Paediatric Psychology Services at Western Health.   Specifically, the Senior Psychologist will operate alongside Paediatric Medicine to provide neuropsychological and developmental assessments to children aged between 18 months and 18 years of age who are either part of the Newborn Services routine developmental follow up program for extremely premature and low birth weight infants, or who are referred to the multidisciplinary Autism Assessment Clinic. 

The Senior Psychologist will engage effectively with families and carers to provide a family centred service that meets the needs of each child.  The role will work collaboratively with other clinicians and personnel in Newborn and Paediatrics Services to share specialist knowledge and skills and enhance clinical outcomes for consumers.  In this role, you will also work more broadly alongside a team of passionate and highly skilled Paediatric Allied Health professionals which includes Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Nutrition & Dietetics, Social Work, and Physiotherapy. There will also be opportunities to contribute to quality and research activities, and to supervise postgraduate trainees.

Working closely with a dedicated clinical team, this is a unique opportunity to influence a growing service and make a meaningful difference in a diverse community.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based psychological assessment, treatment and care planning
• Improve access to specialised care for women’s health
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support integrated care
• Lead case discussions and contribute to patient education and self-management strategies
• Supervise psychologists
• Support service development, quality improvement and research activities

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience in administering a range of infant, child and adolescent psychometric instruments including (but not limited to) the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development (4th Ed.), Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2), Wechsler Preschool & Primary Scale of Intelligence (4th Ed.), and Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (5th Ed.).
• Passion for working with clients with complex and chronic health conditions, in a dynamic clinical setting.
• Commitment to a Psychology Service that promotes an evidence-based, best practice culture, and supports continuous service improvement.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ensure safe and high-quality patient care is delivered in line with Western Health values and policies.
• Can think quickly and broadly whilst triaging new referrals.
• Utilise the full spectrum of your psychological training and expertise to assess clients’ psychological needs.
• Liaise with the treating team and relevant other parties effectively and regularly.
• Contribute personally to the team culture.
• Contribute flexibly, creatively, and enthusiastically to initiatives for ongoing improvement; and
• Bring a sense of calm and stability whilst working with complex clients in a diverse and dynamic clinical settings.

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About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centered care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre; a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance (including evidence of COVID 19 vaccination) and (if applicable) a Working with Children’s Check. 

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about improving women’s health outcomes, delivering compassionate care and driving innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing Date: 11:59pm on 29 May 2026.

Enquiries: For further information, contact

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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