About the role

Southwest Healthcare is excited to offer an opportunity for Psychology Graduates to join our 2026 Allied Health Graduate Program (AHGP). This role is designed to support your professional growth, with access to regular supervision, reflective practice, professional development, and self-care strategies. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, delivering evidence-based assessments and recovery-focused interventions alongside experienced psychologists. The program includes two 12-month rotations across diverse multidisciplinary teams, enhancing your clinical experience. One rotation in the Camperdown, Hamilton, or Portland campus is encouraged. Participation in an established Dialectical behaviour Therapy team is also offered.

Position overview

• Full-time (80 hours per fortnight), with a monthly ADO entitlement
• 24 months Fixed term, commencing February 2026
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Psychologist Grade 2, Year 3
• Salary: $99,148.40 pro rata, plus superannuation

What you will bring:

• Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA and a Master's or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or Neuropsychology from an APAC-accredited program.
• A sound understanding of contemporary, evidence-based practices in mental health assessment, treatment, and care. Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act 2014, is essential.
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare providers.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the South West region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Wednesday 3 December 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 with the classification Psychologist Grade 2, Year 3. 

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

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