Clinical Psychologist jobs in Tamworth, NSW

Clinical Psychologist work in Tamworth, NSW

Clinical Psychologist roles in Tamworth, NSW sit within consistent demand particularly in community mental health and rural outreach. Agricultural workforce mental health is a focus. NSW Health rural incentives available. AOD roles are active. clinical psychologist positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Clinical Psychologists have completed at minimum a masters-level qualification in clinical psychology accredited by APAC, plus a period of supervised practice. Their clinical endorsement allows them to assess and treat a broader range of conditions than general psychologists, and they attract a higher Medicare rebate under the Better Access scheme.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) operates Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital and community mental health services across the New England and North West regions of NSW. The Tamworth mental health team serves as a hub for a vast geographic catchment, with outreach to smaller communities across the north-west slopes and plains.

Qualifications typically required

• APAC-accredited Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
• Supervised practice hours completed
• AHPRA registration with Clinical endorsement
• Medicare provider number for private practice

Key employers in Tamworth, NSW

• Hunter New England Local Health District
• Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
• headspace Tamworth
• Hunter New England and Central Coast PHN
• Uniting (NSW)
• Centrecare
• CatholicCare