Psychology Educator, Mental Health, Drugs & Alcohol Service

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 60

Job Category - Other Professionals - Psychology

Req Id - 9011

Opportunity to be part of a team with shared passion for learning and development

Ability to support mental health workforce innovation and quality improvements

Permanent- 60 hours per fortnight

About the role

The Psychology Educators provide coordination and delivery of educational development activities and specialized clinical skills to other Psychologist’s, psychology students and other program staff that meet the needs of the service and the individual.

These positions have a key role in providing Psychology discipline specific leadership, education and training to Psychology staff and students within a coordinated, comprehensive education framework to address organizational, clinical service, professional and individual’s needs. The Clinical Educators will also be involved in the planning, coordination and training of psychological clinical skills provided to other health professionals across the Barwon Health Network. As a team of clinical educators, the positions will focus on specialized areas:

Neuro-psychology and assessment,

Child & Youth services,

Mental Health,

Adult and Aged populations.

Our Educators will have specialist knowledge in their area of practice and may have specific expert assessment and intervention skills. The role may involve a small clinical caseload that will focus on the supervision, mentoring or working alongside other clinicians (0.2EFT equivalent for a full time employee).

The role works closely with other senior educators and clinicians within MHDAS and Barwon Health. The incumbent also contributes to the development of the MHDAS service as is a member of relevant meeting/committees by negotiation.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Development and Learning of Psychologists

Demonstrate a genuine shared commitment to a values-based and transformational education philosophy and structures, which sustain a culture of education and learning within MHDAS

Utilise coproduction and human rights principles and collaboratively develop, deliver and evaluate education and learning programs, harnessing the wisdom and expertise of lived experience

What we’re looking for

Masters or Doctoral level qualification in Clinical or Neuro Psychology (or equivalent)

Registered as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with specialist endorsement as a Clinical or Neuro Psychologist.

Registered as a supervisor with AHPRA, with capacity to supervise relevant Registrar programs

More than ten years’ experience with demonstrated, highly developed clinical leadership skills, extensive post-graduate, professional experience and, recognized professional specialization.

Qualification and/or experience in Adult Education and/or willingness to work towards attainment of qualification.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Position Description

Barwon Health staff benefits

Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction

A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Extensive professional development opportunities

Attractive salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au

All appointments are subject to:

Satisfactory Police Record Check

Immunisation Status Clearance

Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact person: Maddison Adams | Acting Senior Psychiatric Nurse

Email: maddison.adams@barwonhealth.org.au

Phone: (03) 4215 3377

Application closing date: Thursday 30, July 2026

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.