• Employment status and hours: Fixed Term Part Time until Dec 2026 (3 days per week)

• Located in: Frankston

• Classification: Grade 2 Year 1-4* plus super 

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. 

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.  

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.  

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026. 

The Team & Role 

This position is available to a suitably skilled Psychologist. The role responds to high levels of child development delay in disadvantaged communities in the catchment area. A holistic approach to supporting the family and informed by the social model of health is valued. The role has a developmental focus with significant use of counselling skills to support change.

In addition to individual assessments and intervention, the role provides support to families and key workers in the community on the developmental needs of the child. This includes outreach, consultancy, education, group work and health promotion. The role will also facilitate access to other care, health promotion and education services as required. The Grade 2 Psychologist contributes to the discipline group responsible for providing and co-ordinating the clinical services requiring human services input in a multidisciplinary setting.   The Grade 2 Psychologist contributes to the professional group and broader team.

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Skills & Experience Required 

• Qualification in Psychology and fully registered with AHPRA.
• Demonstrate experience providing evidence–based therapy services to children and their families within the community sector, including exceptional counselling skills.
• Established skills and commitment to working in child-centred and family-focused practices including skills in working with vulnerable and disadvantaged families.

Benefits  

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities 

• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking  

• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing 

• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots 

• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport 

• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program 

• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners 

• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders 

 
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