Join our dedicated and professional Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Team at Orange and make a positive change to the health of our community.

To be considered for interview, candidates must address the Selection Criteria in the .

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (job share may be considered)

Position Classification: Psychologist / Provisional Psychologist

Remuneration: $69,482.00 - $103,282.00 pa (plus super)

Hours per week: 38

Location:

Psychologist – Infant, Child, Youth & Family (ICYF) Mental Health

Bloomfield Hospital – Orange

About the role:

The Infant, Child, Youth & Family (ICYF) Mental Health team operate from Bloomfield Hospital, Orange. This consists of multidisciplinary teams working with young people up to age 18 with mental health challenges that are having a significant impact on their daily life. ICYF consists of services ranging from early intervention through to acute services. The Team partners with a range of health Services and other agencies who may include Department of Education, NSW Department of Communities & Justice, Headspace and other Government and non-Government agencies across the area.

The role of the ICYF Psychologist will be the professional and independent application of evidenced-based psychological treatment techniques and assessment procedures to a range of behavioural, emotional, addiction, psychological and health problems. The Psychologist will work collaboratively in order to support client centred recovery whilst enhancing teamwork within the ICYF team.

This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26: Employment of eligible persons. Whereby Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and, where found suitable, will be given higher priority under affirmative action in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, then applications from non-Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered.

Where you’ll be working:

The Orange Region has something for everyone at every stage in life. The region has become the destination of choice for tree-changers looking to swap busy city lifestyles for an authentic life balance. It’s also very affordable to live here, so there is more to spend on the things you love!

The region boasts easy access to modern city infrastructure (home to 41,000 residents), services and culture, pristine natural environment and an unspoilt natural beauty in the landscape which enjoys four distinct seasons in the year. The calendar of cultural, food and arts events is full, and being a safe and secure place to live, it’s a great place to raise a family as part of a friendly community.

Regular flights to Sydney, Brisbane & Melbourne leave each week and it’s just over a 3 hour drive to Sydney or Canberra.

About us:

is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.

We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.

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Some of the include:

Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.

Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career.

Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.

Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.

Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.

Access to

and free and confidential counselling services.

How to apply:

Candidates must read the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria for the role, providing examples where required. You must also upload a copy of your current CV as part of your application. For assistance, see our For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit .

Applications will close 7 April 2022 – 11:59pm.

For role related enquiries, please reach out to Amy Brazel on (02) 6369 7320 or

COVID-19 Response:

All NSW Health workers are required to have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by 30 September 2021 and two doses by 30 November 2021 or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful for this role.

Talent Pool

If we identify a surplus of suitable candidates for this role, you may also be invited to an eligibility list where you could be offered an alternative position per the relevant Award.