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• Multiple Clinical Neuropsychology positions available within the Women’s and Children’s Health Network, North Adelaide 5006
• A total of 1.4 FTE is available, which is comprised of 0.4 FTE (ongoing permanent position) and 1.0 FTE (temporary contract until 31 January 2027) with likelihood of some extension or permanency available.
• Vacancies across both CAMHS CL and Paediatric Rehabilitation department with flexible options for you to negotiate your time in each service.
• Salary – AHP2, $91,785.00 to $106,330.00 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• An additional annual allowance of $10,224.00 is payable where the successful candidate holds an Area of Practice Endorsement provided by the Psychology Board of Australia (paid on pro rata basis).
• Professional Development reimbursement provided in accordance with the Allied Health Professional, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025.
• You will be supported to complete your endorsement requirements if applicable.
• Psychologist progression pathway available, subject to criteria being satisfied, in accordance with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025.

About the roles

We currently have a unique opportunity to recruit to multiple clinical neuropsychology positions at the Women's and Children's Hospital in Adelaide. The opportunity exists across two services, the Consultation Liaison Service (CAMHS) and the Paediatric Rehabilitation Unit.

The Clinical Neuropsychologist in the Consultation Liaison Service will provide clinical neuropsychology services for children, adolescents, and families with complex neurological/medical issues including in-depth clinical assessment of neuropsychological functioning, psychoeducation, and liaison across hospital services to achieve better health outcomes for patients and families.

The Clinical Neuropsychologist in the Paediatric Rehabilitation Department will provide acute and extended clinical neuropsychology evaluation for children and adolescents with acquired brain injury. The Clinical Neuropsychologist will play an integral role in the assessment and management of children and adolescents referred to the Child and Adolescent Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service (CABIRS)  with mild to moderate traumatic brain injury and/or concussion, including clinical neuropsychological assessment, consideration of co-morbid complexities, and psychoeducation.

Across both services you will be 

• Working within a multi-disciplinary team where your clinical knowledge and skills are utilised to guide and educate other staff members, as well as accessing their expertise to guide your clinical work.
• Opportunities to participate in research projects, quality improvement activities, and policy development.
• Supervising students and supporting staff development.

Skills and Experience

• Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA
• Endorsement/eligibility for endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology
• Experience in paediatric or child/adolescent neuropsychology
• Strong skills in assessment, intervention, and report writing
• Skills to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams and liaise with a range of other agencies across SA that support children, adolescents and their families.

About WCHN
Join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We’re shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.

What WCHN Can Offer You

• Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
• Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
• Free public transport to and from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
• Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.

Enquiries can be directed to

• Tom Sheppard, Clincal Coordinator in the Consultant Liaison Service Clinical Coordinator, 8161 7227 Tom.Sheppard@sa.gov.au 
• Cassie Sealby, Operations Manager in the Paediatric Rehabilitation Department, 81617367 Cassie.Sealby@sa.gov.au
• Dr Mark Pertini, Advanced Clinical Neuropsychologist, Consultant Liaison Service - 8161 7227 Mark.Pertini@sa.gov.au

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To learn more about this role — including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements — please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:

• AHP2 - Clinical Neuropsychologist - CAMHS - Role Description.pdf
• AHP2 - Clinical Neuropsychologist - Paediatric Rehab.pdf
• Immunisation Requirements Checklist
• Applicant Documents Checklist

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.  Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Want further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 22 March 2026 - 11:55 PM