Clinical Psychology Registrar

Mercy Health Australia

. Complete a two-year Psychology Registrar training program in a public mental health setting .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeWerribee • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical psychology through evidence-based assessments and interventions, while fostering a collaborative team environment and adhering to a recovery-oriented framework. Holds relevant qualifications and registrations to practice effectively within a public mental health setting.

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Master's Degree In Clinical PsychologyRegistration With AHPRAEvidence-Based Treatment PlanningPsychological Assessments And InterventionsRecovery-Oriented Framework

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Hard Skills

Psychological AssessmentsIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyCase FormulationEvidence-Based TreatmentClinical SupervisionMultidisciplinary Team CollaborationService Improvement InitiativesCrisis InterventionTherapeutic Communication

Soft Skills

Organisational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

AHPRA RegistrationPolice Record CheckWorking With Children CheckInfluenza Vaccination

Industry Keywords

Public Mental HealthRecovery-Oriented FrameworkClinical PsychologyInpatient ServicesCommunity ServicesRehabilitative ServicesPerinatal ServicesProfessional DevelopmentSafety And WellbeingCollaborative Team Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete a two-year Psychology Registrar training program in a public mental health setting
Undertake diverse rotations across adult inpatient, community and rehabilitative services, and specialist perinatal inpatient/outpatient services
Develop recovery-oriented, discipline-specific psychological practice
Provide specialist psychological assessments, interventions, individual and group therapy for adult consumers and their families
Apply case formulation knowledge to plan evidence-based treatment
Participate in individual and group supervision and professional development
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to formulation, diagnosis and treatment planning
Promote a psychologically safe work environment and contribute to service improvement initiatives
Work within scope of practice while prioritising safety, wellbeing and professional growth
Commence at Mercy Mental Health and Wellbeing Service on 8 February 2027

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology in an APAC accredited postgraduate course
Registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist with eligibility to enter a Registrar Program for Area of Practice endorsement in Clinical Psychology
Applicants may obtain general registration by the end of January 2027
Commitment to working within a recovery-oriented framework
Excellent clinical, organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to adapt and problem solve
Ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check, or evidence of being in the process of obtaining them
Evidence of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders
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Benefits

Comp & perks

80 hour fortnight, accumulating ADO
Reduced caseload to give time to focus on learning and development
Regular supervision
Paid leave for professional development
Protected learning time
Peer consultation and support from other psychology registrars and psychologists
Two-year training program with diverse skill-building rotations
Supportive learning environment
Opportunities for professional development and subsequent endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist