MONASH UNIVERSITY HEALTHY SLEEP CLINIC

Monash University Healthy Sleep Clinic (https://www.monash.edu/turner-institute/turner-clinics/healthy-sleep-clinic) provides evidence-based treatments for sleep disorders to the broader community, while also serving as a platform to foster research excellence, professional training, and education. The team includes multi-disciplinary specialists, such as sleep and respiratory physicians, clinical psychologists, and sleep and circadian physiologists. We share a passion for helping people with sleep disorders regain healthy sleep.

THE CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY REGISTRAR ROLE

§  Part-time psychological practice, fraction negotiable. Minimum commitment of 12 months after an initial 3-month probation period. Contract will be reviewed every 12 months.

§  Specialised training in evidence-based non-pharmacological treatments of sleep disorders, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), circadian rhythm (body clock) re-alignment, behavioural management of other sleep disorders, and the management of sleep problems in the context of comorbid physical and mental health conditions.

§  Supervision with a Board approved supervisor (specialist focus: behavioural sleep medicine) in line with AHPRA registrar training requirements (https://www.psychologyboard.gov.au/endorsement/registrar-program.aspx).

§  Tertiary outpatient setting, warm and supportive work environment with a dynamic multi-disciplinary team who are passionate about bringing evidence-based sleep treatments to the community.

§  In addition to clinical training, the candidate may participate in (1) the clinic's research activities to develop their own research interest/project in sleep and circadian health, and/or (2) training and professional development activities organized by the Sleep and Circadian Rhythm Program at Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health.

§  Modern clinic rooms with built-in telehealth technology, reception support, on-site parking.

§  Steady referrals and widely established referrer network.

§  Competitive remuneration and session rates.

REQUIREMENTS

§  General registration as a psychologist with AHPRA and eligible for the clinical psychology registrar program.

§  Current indemnity insurance (certificate of currency required prior to commencing).

§  Registered with Medicare to provide psychological services.

§  Current Working with Children Check.

§  Not holding a concurrent Teaching and/or Research contract with Monash University.

§  Sound professional ethics and judgment in clinical practice.

§  Solid training and clinical experience in evidence-based psychological interventions, e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

§  Solid training and clinical experience in risk assessment and management.

§  Prior knowledge and training in sleep and circadian medicine is desirable but not required.

§  Highly responsible and reliable, excellent written and verbal communication skills, caring and respectful attitudes towards patients, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

§  The registrar is expected to play a key role in delivering behavioural sleep medicine interventions, which includes clinical liaison across a range of settings, and active participation in team meetings, case discussions, and peer supervision.

APPLICATION:

§  Please include in your application: (1) a 1-page Cover Letter, (2) CV with 2 references.

§  Short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview, and references will be sought.

§  Please send the application and enquiries to: A/Prof Bei Bei ([email protected]).

§  2026 Intake deadline: April 24th, 2026.

§  Antecipated start: May 2026 or via mutal agreement.