Senior Clinician (Occupational Therapist/Social Worker Lvl 4, Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist) - Mental Health Intellectual Disability - Perm FT
Requisition ID: REQ685005
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 Hours per week
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualification
- Clinical Psychologist: $118,162.00 - $144,02.00 per annum
- Occupational Therapist Level 4: $131,585.00 - $134,775.00 per annum
- Senior Psychologist: $128,933.00 - $139,712.00 per annum
- Social Worker Level 4: $131,585.00 - $134,775.00 per annum
Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service
Applications close: 23/08/2026
Contact: Dominica Lovisa on 0467 706 562 | [email protected]
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
This unique senior clinical opportunity will enable you to drive system-wide change across South Western Sydney Local Health District.As the Senior Clinician - Mental Health Intellectual Disability, you will play a key leadership role in building the capability of mental health services, disability providers, and broader stakeholders to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. Working collaboratively across sectors, you will provide specialist consultancy, education, mentoring and clinical leadership, while contributing to innovative service development, workforce capability, quality improvement initiatives and strengthened care pathways for consumers and their families.This role offers the opportunity to influence practice at a district-wide level, advocate for best-practice and least restrictive approaches to care and make a meaningful impact on the lives of people with intellectual disability and complex mental health needs.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are seeking an experienced and innovative allied health professional with extensive clinical experience supporting consumers with intellectual disability and mental health needs.The ideal candidate will be a confident clinical leader who enjoys working collaboratively across diverse service systems and disciplines. They will bring demonstrated expertise in education and workforce development, the ability to mentor and support clinicians and non-clinical stakeholders, and a strong track record of leading service improvement initiatives.Success in this role will require exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence practice, navigate complex systems, and build strong partnerships across health, disability and community sectors. Most importantly, the successful candidate will be passionate about improving the quality of care and promoting the rights, inclusion and wellbeing of people with intellectual disability.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Relevant qualification/ registration in one of the disciplines outlined in the position description.
- Please describe your experience working with consumers who have an intellectual disability and co-occurring mental health conditions. How have you used your specialist knowledge to build the capability of clinicians, support providers, or multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes for this population?
- Provide an example of a quality improvement, clinical practice improvement, or service development initiative that you have led. What was your role, how did you engage stakeholders, and what outcomes were achieved?
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Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
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How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
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Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?
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Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
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Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
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Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
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Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
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Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
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Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.
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Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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