Clinical Psychologist/ Registrar (Grade 1 & Grade 2)

CRVCID 663612 Before you apply for this position, please read the attached job application information sheet which contains important information. This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, and Fixed Term Part Time appointment with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. Position Profile: Bring your passion and commitment and make a difference to those that matter – the next generation. Whilst children develop at their own pace, some experience challenges and need additional support. The Child and Adolescent Health Service are seeking friendly, passionate and skilled Clinical Psychologist Registrar (Grade 1) and Clinical Psychologists (Grade 2) who can support infants, children and young people with developmental concerns to reach their full potential. There are two types of available positions (there may be opportunities to work across both position types):

• Those that offer the opportunity for clinicians to provide individual assessments and treatment, participate in group-based interventions and also to be part of a multi-disciplinary team undertaking joint assessments and/or interventions. There will be opportunities to develop skills in diagnostic assessments, particularly, in relation to autism spectrum disorder.
• Those that are specifically based in our Autism Assessment Clinics where there will be the opportunity to work closely within the multi-disciplinary team to provide diagnostic assessments to children where there is a query around neurodiversity, in particular, autism. There will be supportive training provided, particularly in relation to autism spectrum disorder.

An appointee may progress to Clinical Psychologist Grade 2 upon successful completion of a Board approved supervised period of practice and gaining endorsement in Clinical Psychology with the Psychology Board of Australia. About the Child Development Service: The Child Development Service provides multidisciplinary assessment and intervention services to infant, children and young people with developmental delay or difficulties that impact on function, participation and/or the parent-child relationship. Clinicians adopt a child and family-centred approach, working in partnership with families to address developmental concerns that are of priority to the family.Our teams include Clinical Psychologists, Developmental Paediatricians, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Social Workers, Speech Pathologists and other allied health professionals.The Child Development Service provides services at approximately 18 locations across the metropolitan Perth area, as well as providing home, school and community visits as needed.Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Fixed term and/or casual contracts can be held by individuals on visas that allow working rights within Australia. Application Instructions: Applications are required to be submitted online by selecting “Apply for job” below. (via www.jobs.wa.gov.au) Please ensure the email address provided is actively monitored as it will serve as the primary communication channel throughout the recruitment process. RequirementsYour ability to meet the work related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide the following:

• With the application system, you will be asked to provide responses to specific essential selection criteria, as noted below and stated within the job description form for the position. Each response should be provided in no more than 500 words per question.
• Please provide a response to Essential Criteria 1, as stated within the job description form.
• Please provide individual response to Essential Criteria 2, as stated within the job description form.
• Please provide individual response to Essential Criteria 3, as stated within the job description form.
• Please provide individual response to Essential Criteria 4, as stated within the job description form.
• Please provide individual response to Essential Criteria 5, as stated within the job description form.
• A current resume which summarises your experience and includes both phone and email contact details of two professional referees, with at least one being a recent supervisor/line manager.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Working With Childrens check: This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au For Further Job-Related Information:z We encourage you to contact Justine Doust on 0475 083 446 or via email Justine.doust@health.wa.gov.au About Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS): CAHS is Western Australia's primary provider of paediatric healthcare, exclusively dedicated to infants, children, and young people. Comprising Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH), Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). CAHS operates with over 7,000 employees across PCH, King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), and over 160 community clinics in the metropolitan area. For more information about our services click here. CAHS Values: CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion,Collaboration,Equity,Respect,ExcellenceandAccountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team on (08) 6456 0321 or via email cahs.talentacquisition@health.wa.gov.au Other Conditions: This recruitment pool is a limited lifetime pool. The initial advertising campaign will be conducted over a two week period. It is anticipated that first round interviews for this position will be held week commencing 12 May 2025 WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! CAHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 14 April 2027. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.