Psychologist Grade 2
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
Grade 2 Clinical Psychologist
- Casual Positions – Up to 76 Hours Per Fortnight
- Parkville location
- $ 47.81 - $54.10 per hour + Casual Loading
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.
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.
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of journey facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you, we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases.
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 Christina Prickett
Contact Number: 03 855 95265
Email: christina.prickett@petermac.org
Applications Close: 11:59PM: Wednesday 9 September 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
Classification or Salary Range
PK1 – PK4 Grade 2
Immunisation Risk Category
Immunisation Category A
Key Relationships
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Education
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
Key Accountabilities
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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.