• Full time or Part time (21hrs/per week) fixed term position until 30th June 2026. Located at the Faculty of Science in the Parramatta & Penrith offices

• Opportunity to provide professional psychological treatment (therapy) to clients experiencing gambling related challenges or harm

• Base Salary HEO 7 $108,557- $118,267 p.a. (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a Gambling Psychologist to be part of the GambleAware team, and will work within the guidelines of the operating policies of the GambleAware clinic and contribute to community engagement and outreach as well as clinical research and service delivery evaluation.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct treatment of gambling related issues for gamblers and significant others impacted by gambling harm using initiatives and developing educational, outreach and clinical materials to be used by other clinicians.

This role will be required to vary the time between GambleAware locations in Penrith and Parramatta as well as outreach sites around the Katoomba/Blue Mountains region as required by the Clinic Manager and Director.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• conduct psychological assessments and treatment for clients for gambling harm and any relevant comorbidities, as specified by the Clinic Director

• participate in case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings to optimise client care

• participate in community engagement events to build links with key community stakeholders and to raise awareness of gambling harm in the community

• foster open communication and collaboration within the team, addressing stakeholder queries and concerns in a timely manner, while building trust within immediate work networks

• contribute to the achievement of clinic and team outcomes, by participating in projects, activities or tasks as specified by the Clinic Director.

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About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Gambling Psychologist who has:

• a master’s degree -in Psychology

• a full and current registration in Australia as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia

• demonstrable understanding and experience in complying with Good Clinical Practice, regulatory, ethical, privacy, and other relevant guidelines

• experience in the provision of CBT

• experience in the treatment and assessment in the area of gambling (desirable)

• experience working with first nations clients and CALD communities (desirable

• experience in community engagement activities (desirable).

To apply for this position, please address the following statement in a cover letter that you attach with your application:

• Please specify your preferred number of hours per week noting that full time is 35 and for part time we require a minimum of 21 hours per week.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

To apply, please follow this link:

https://usyd.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/job/Camperdown-Campus/Gambling-Psychologist_0122398-2 

Please address the selection criteria in your applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) which can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard.  Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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