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Job OverviewJoin a supportive team delivering evidencebased care and helping people rebuild skills, confidence and independence.Job DetailsEmployment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Clinical PsychologistRemuneration: $113,617 - $138,482 per annum + Superannuation + Salary PackagingLocation: Morisset HospitalRequisition ID: REQ655615Applications Close: Sunday 26th April 2026Where Youll Be WorkingBe part of a dedicated, supportive group of mental health professionals delivering highquality, personcentred psychiatric rehabilitation care at Morisset Hospital. Services support consumers under both the Mental Health Act and the Forensic Mental Health Act, helping individuals build the skills, confidence, and resilience needed for their recovery journey. A new purposebuilt facility is planned in the Maitland region with a transition scheduled for 2027.What Sets Us ApartStrong, collaborative multidisciplinary teamworkHolistic, recoveryoriented care approachesGenuinely supportive team culture with a strong sense of camaraderieAbout The RoleAs a Forensic or Clinical Psychologist within Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services, you will play a key role in delivering evidencebased psychological care in a hospital setting. You will work with forensic and longterm rehabilitation consumers presenting with complex interpersonal, emotional and behavioural needs within a small psychology team. The position welcomes applications from Registrar Forensic/Clinical Psychologists.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct psychological assessments, diagnosis and treatment.Develop comprehensive formulations and deliver recoveryfocused interventions.Complete cognitive and psychopathy assessments, including report writing and recommendations.Work closely within a multidisciplinary team environment.Support positive outcomes for consumers, families and carers.About YouExperience working with forensic and/or longterm rehabilitation populations in a hospital setting.Confidence in multidisciplinary team environments.Insight into forensic presentations and enduring mental health conditions.Strong commitment to recoveryoriented, personcentred care.Support & Professional DevelopmentYou Will Benefit FromDirect support from an experienced Forensic Psychiatrist and Senior Operational Nurse Manager.Skilled and welcoming onsite Psychology and multidisciplinary team.Professional leadership from the Senior Clinical Psychologist at Morisset Hospital and the Head of Discipline for Psychology.Access to a large Mental Health Service Psychology network across the Hunter New England District.Ongoing professional development opportunities.Connection to the Justice Health Network.RequirementsCompletion of an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council accredited postgraduate forensic or clinical psychology qualification (no less than two years fulltime duration or recognised equivalent) displayed on the Psychology Board of Australia website.Generally registered as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia with an area of practice endorsement in forensic or clinical psychology.What We OfferSustainable Healthcare: Together towards zeroProximity to shopping and other services.Monthly ADOs for fulltime employees.Salary packaging options.Fitness Passport.Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of nonclinical and clinical professionals.Additional InformationEligible for permanent employment: Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or NewZealand citizen with a current NewZealand passport. Temporary visa holders may only be considered if no suitable local candidate is identified and only in line with visa conditions and expiry. No visa sponsorship will be provided.An eligibility list will be created for future permanent and temporary vacancies. #J-18808-Ljbffr