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Psychologist Grade 2

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Job Description - Psychologist Grade 2


At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.


 


YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE 
Grade 2 Clinical Psychologist 
Casual Roles Available – up to 76 Hours per Fortnight


 


We are seeking Grade 2 Clinical Psychologists to join our team on a casual basis.  This role offers the opportunity to work flexibly within the field of psychosocial oncology in a dynamic supportive clinical environment.  The position reports directly to the psychology Manager with clinical oversight /supervision provided by senior clinical psychologists.     


 


Key responsibilities for this role include:
•    Conduct triage, assessment, and provide psychological support to cancer patients
•    Work with both outpatient and inpatient settings in patient-centred care
•    Join a leading cancer hospital with orientation, support, and learning opportunities
•    Ideal for motivated applicants who value flexibility and contributing to psycho-oncology care


 


Successful candidates will possess: 
•    An APAC approved postgraduate qualification to Masters or Doctorate level in Clinical Psychology 
•    Full registration with the Psychologists Board of Australia •    Endorsement / or working towards endorsement in Clinical Psychology area of practice 
•    Clinical experience in working in a hospital setting 
•    Good communication and interpersonal skills 
•    Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment 
•    The role is on a casual basis and work availability will be dependent on service demand.  


 


Remuneration as per Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.  Psychologist Grade 2: Year 1 (PK1): $94,478.80 – Grade 2: Year 4 (PK4): $106,906.80 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for casual hours) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.


 


Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment. 


 


For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. 


 


Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion. 
Hiring Manager: Dr Claire Groves 
Contact Number: 03 855 95265 
Email: [email protected] 


 


Applications Close: 11:59PM Tuesday 03 March 2026


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Position Summary

 



  • An APAC approved postgraduate qualification to Masters or Doctorate level in Clinical Psychology

  • Full registration with the Psychologists Board of Australia

  • Endorsement / or working towards endorsement in Clinical Psychology area of practice

  • Clinical experience in working in a hospital setting

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment


Enterprise Agreement

Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025

Classification or Salary Range

PK1 – PK4 Grade 2


Immunisation Risk Category

Immunisation Category A


Key Relationships












Internal

  • Senior Psychologists and Psychosocial Oncology Program Leadership Group 

  • Psychology department

  • Psychiatry and Mental Health Liaison Nursing

  • Allied health, nursing and medical colleagues across Peter Mac

  • Administrative staff


External

  • Community Health and Mental Health workers

  • General Practitioners 

  • University partners



Education

Post Graduate Qualification in Clinical Psychology
Master of Clinical Psychology

Skills


  • Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia

  • An APAC approved Post Graduate qualification to Masters level in Clinical Psychology or higher

  • Clinical experience in the delivery of psychological services to people and their families in health care/ mental health settings

  • Endorsement or proof of working towards endorsement in ‘clinical psychology’ area of practice 

  • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment

  • Understanding of cancer and hospital systems

  • An understanding of and experience with developing evidence-based practice in cancer care

  • Demonstrated involvement in professional development activities


Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia

Key Accountabilities




















Key AccountabilitiesDemonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
Professional

  • Communicates in a timely and effective manner with Psychosocial team members 

  • Works effectively as a member of the psychosocial oncology team

  • Attends regular supervision and departmental meetings

  • Data collection

  • Engages in and contributes to development of the psychology service at Peter Mac

  • Knowledge of the principles and application of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation and policies

  • Attends continuing professional development to the registration standard of APHRA

  • Acts according to professional and ethical standards complying with the code of ethics and legal requirements of the psychology profession



Patient Care




  • Demonstrates experience and skill in clinical interventions

  • Provides psychological assessment and evidence-based treatment individuals, couples, families, and groups 

  • Patient records are completed on the same day of appointment 

  • Demonstrates high level communication skills and ability to work effectively with members of the multi-disciplinary team

  • Manages, conducts, and understands risk assessments and triages


Education and Research

  • Assists Senior Psychologists with the postgraduate provisional psychologist program

  • Gives educational presentations as appropriate

  • Participates in and contributes to quality improvement projects of the service

  • Involvement in Departmental research activity as appropriate



 


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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.


 


 


Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.


 


 


WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC


 



  • Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.

  • Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.

  • We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.


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