Lead change, support communities, and shape the future of rural mental health—your next career move starts here. Remuneration: $139,137 - $147,108 per annum super salary packaging incentives Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Snr Clinical Psychologist Location: Negotiable - Tenterfield, Glen Innes or Inverell Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ589789 Applications Close: Monday, 21st July 2025 Where You'll Be Working Join the New England North West Mental Health Service (NENW MHS) in a newly created, high-impact leadership role that offers the rare opportunity to shape the future of mental health services in rural NSW. Based in either Tenterfield, Glen Innes, or Inverell (site negotiable), you’ll work across the beautiful New England (NE) region supporting a passionate community mental health team spread across multiple locations including Armidale and Inverell. About The Role This brand-new Senior Clinical Psychologist – Clinical Team Leader position offers a unique dual focus: Provide senior clinical leadership to support the delivery of best-practice, evidence-based mental health care across the regionDrive operational excellence by guiding daily service delivery, building team capability, and supporting a culture of innovation and compassion As part of the leadership team, you’ll work alongside the Community Manager, Clinical Coordinator, and the broader NENW MHS executive team to develop and grow a strong, collaborative, and future-ready service. In This Role, You Will Provide expert psychological care and clinical supervision across NE community teamsSupport and guide clinicians in Glen Innes and Tenterfield with on-the-ground leadershipAct as a key contact for operational and clinical escalationLead workforce planning and performance monitoringPromote staff wellbeing and resilience through supportive leadershipBe the professional lead for Psychology across the broader NENW network What You'll Bring We’re looking for a passionate and highly skilled senior psychologist ready to lead with impact and empathy. You'll bring: Advanced psychological practice and clinical judgementA flexible, adaptable approach and the ability to thrive in a rural, community-focused settingStrong leadership and relationship-building skills, with experience working across agency partnershipsA proactive, collaborative mindset that puts staff wellbeing and service quality at the forefrontA commitment to continuous learning and innovation in service delivery Why join us? Be part of something new. Help shape a growing, collaborative mental health team in a role with room to evolve.Lead with support. You’ll be backed by the Community Manager, Clinical Coordinator, Psychology HOD, and a strong network across HNELHD.Grow your career. Access to professional development, supervision, and leadership support within a state-wide mental health framework.Live well. Work in a region known for its strong sense of community, stunning natural beauty, and relaxed rural lifestyle. Ready to make a difference in rural mental health care? Apply now and help build a service that’s as strong, connected, and resilient as the communities we support. Requirements Degree providing eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association/full registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.Eligibility to drive in NSW and willing to travel for work purposes. What We Can Offer You At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer: Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 (Glen Innes or Iverell) or up to $10,000 (Tenterfield) each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professional Additional Information Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for this position. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Gina Blyton on Gina.Blyton@health.nsw.gov.au Information For Applicants Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. RuralHealthIncentives