Clinical Neuropsychologist - Complex Attention and Hyperactivity Disorders Service (CAHDS)

Clinical Neuropsychologist – Complex Attention and Hyperactivity Disorders Service (CAHDS) Salary: HSO Grade 1 $110,666 – $119,660 or Grade 2 $130,265 – $153,151 p.a. pro rata Location: Nedlands, Perth Unit/Division: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services > Complex Attention and Hyperactivity Disorders Service (CAHDS) About the Role This is a fixed‑term part‑time role, to fill 1.2 FTE for 12 months, with possibility of extension and permanency. Part‑time hours (0.6 FTE or higher) will be considered. Assessments Assessments may include input from the following disciplines: Psychosocial assessment (examining psychological and social factors influencing mental health) Speech pathology Occupational therapy Neuropsychology Psychiatry Grade1 Clinical Neuropsychologist – Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and developmental functioning using interviews, observations, and standardised psychometric tools. Provide clear assessment feedback, evidence‑based recommendations, and interventions to clients, families, schools, and referring agencies. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to contribute to clinical decision making and coordinated care planning. Provide consultation and advice on neuropsychological matters to colleagues and internal and external stakeholders. Engage in regular supervision and professional development toward endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology with the Psychology Board of Australia. Contribute to education, training, and applied clinical research activities as required. Maintain accurate client records, comply with guidelines for testing materials and government property, and participate in continuous performance monitoring and improvement. Actively participate in intake, psychology, department, and service meetings as required. Grade2 Clinical Neuropsychologist – Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and developmental functioning using interviews, observations, and standardised psychometric and psycho‑diagnostic tools. Provide timely and meaningful assessment feedback, evidence‑based recommendations, and interventions to individuals, families, schools, and referring agencies. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to inform clinical decision making and coordinated care planning. Provide specialist consultation and advice on neuropsychological matters to colleagues and internal and external stakeholders. Liaise with referrers and external agencies, including schools, regarding assessment outcomes, recommendations, and ongoing case management. Deliver education and training on neuropsychological topics within and across disciplines. Provide supervision to Clinical Neuropsychology registrars toward endorsement and supervise Clinical Neuropsychology trainees as required. Participate in applied clinical and evaluative research activities. Maintain accurate client records and statistical data in accordance with departmental requirements. Participate in intake, service, psychology, and departmental meetings as required. Engage in ongoing performance development and supervision in consultation with the Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist Coordinator. Comply with guidelines for the use, maintenance, and selection of psychological assessment tools and other government property. Contribute to policy development, quality improvement initiatives, and internal audit activities within the Complex Attention and Hyperactivity Disorders Service. Qualifications and Requirements Applicants must provide evidence of a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Clinical Neuropsychology (essential criteria1). Applicants must be eligible for full registration and Clinical Neuropsychology Registrar status with the Psychology Board of Australia for Grade1, or eligibility for full registration and endorsement in Clinical Neuropsychology for Grade2. For Grade2 applicants, a written statement addressing Desirable Criteria2 is required. Equal Opportunity and EEO Statement WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of the WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Under Section51 of the Equal Opportunity Act1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. All candidates will be assessed against the WA Health Code of Conduct and the values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence, and Accountability. #J-18808-Ljbffr