Advanced Clinician AHP-4 / Senior Clinical/Health Psychologist - BIRU AHP-3

Job no: 923006
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Southern
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

  • Repat Health Precinct - Daw Park  5041
  • Salary  AHP-4  $118,887 - $129,427 p.a. + super + salary packaging
  • Salary  AHP-3  $108,347 - $116,216 p.a. + super + salary packaging
  • Permanent, up to full-time (AHP4 0.9FTE or AHP3 1.0FTE)

We Need You in Allied Health

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.

  • Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
  • Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
  • Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
  • Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

 About the Role

Join the South Australian Brain Injury Rehabilitation Services (SA BIRS) in a pivotal role shaping psychology services for people with an acquired brain injury. Whether stepping in as an Advanced Clinician (AHP4), a recognised psychology expert in brain injury, or as an experienced Senior Clinical/Health Psychologist (AHP3), you will lead care, guide clinicians and build strong partnerships across our statewide network.

  • Plan and deliver goal-based psychology care for complex clients admitted to the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit
  • Provide professional leadership and clinical governance for psychology services across SA BIRS (at AHP4)
  • Supervise and support AHP2 staff, students and (at AHP4) AHP3 clinicians
  • Drive innovation, enhance service delivery and implement quality improvement initiatives
  • Strengthen ties with medical, nursing, allied health and external agencies
  • Develop consultancy networks and provide expert advice on complex cases

The position is available as either AHP4 0.9FTE or AHP3 1.0FTE, dependant on the skills and experience of the preferred applicant.

About You

You are an experienced psychologist committed to client-centred care and clinical excellence. Whether you are applying your brain injury expertise to lead service-wide psychology practice as an Advanced Clinician (AHP4) or guiding complex cases as a Senior Psychologist (AHP3), you bring strong clinical judgement, leadership and collaboration skills.

• Hold general psychology registration with clinical or health endorsement
• Hold approved supervisor status at all PBA levels
• Apply evidence-based practice for complex client care
• Lead teams and foster collaboration across disciplines
• Guide and provide supervision to staff, students, and (at AHP4) Senior Psychologists

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

In line with the new Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025 you’ll enjoy enhanced benefits that support you and your career.

  • Psychologists employed as an AHP who hold an Area of Practice Endorsement are eligible for an allowance ranging from $8,359.40 per annum up to $15,293.30 per annum depending on their classification level, payable in lieu of the Additional Qualification Allowance. 
  • Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment
  • Clinical collaboration – access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
  • Professional development – funded CPD with structured development support
  • Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across SA Health
  • Flexible work options – including part-time and other arrangements to suit your lifestyle
  • Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
  • Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family 

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business