Psychologist

Department of Education & Training, Victoria; Horsham; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with salary packing

Flexible working arrangements

Supervision and peer support

Career development opportunities

Access to fleet cars

Extensive resource library

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Department of Education & Training, Victoria invites applications for a full-time Psychologist based in Horsham. You will work with schools across the Wimmera region, helping children and young people achieve educational goals, wellbeing, and inclusive learning environments.

In this role you will design and implement individualized programs, monitor student progress, provide expert advice to schools, and liaise with community services.

Qualifications

• Graduate or post-graduate qualification in psychology or equivalent.
• Full registration as a psychologist with AHPRA.
• Working with Children Check (WWC) current.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized programs with teachers, parents/carers and relevant professionals.
• Document, monitor and report on student participation and progress; evaluate outcomes.
• Provide support and advice to schools on complex cases and time-sensitive decisions.
• Liaise with community service organisations, hospitals, and other professionals.
• Support schools to respond effectively to critical incidents.

Education

Graduate or post-graduate qualification in psychology or equivalent

Full registration as a psychologist with AHPRA

Working with Children Check (WWC)

Current Australian Driver's Licence

Job description

Ongoing full time opportunity

• Close to Grampians and other natural attractions
• Affordable regional living
• Flexible Working arrangements available

Why Work with Our Team?

• Easy, short commute and relaxed pace of life
• Open spaces town or rural living larger blocks (you can really get to know your neighbours)
• Easy access to the River, great walking and bike tracks
• Places of cultural significance nearby, easy access to Gariwerd / Grampians National Park
• Silo trails
• Great coffee and plenty of places to eat / drink (fantastic country bakeries)
• Broad options in sporting community - netball, football, cricket, etc

What is it like to work as a psychologist in Horsham – hear from our team!

“I am a valued member of a team. Working with the Department of Education allows me to use my skillset and passion to assist children and young people to reach their full potential”

“I think that working with the Department of Education is suitable for psychologists who are looking for and desire a meaningful, highly rewarding, career”

Psychologist

As a psychologist in education, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the learning, wellbeing and life outcomes of children and young people. Working alongside schools, families and communities, you will help students overcome barriers to learning and participate fully in education. Unlike many clinical settings, this role offers the opportunity to work within a preventative and early intervention framework, helping schools build inclusive environments that support student success and wellbeing.

Why Student Support Services?

SSS is made up of a broad range of allied health professions including psychologists, speech pathologists, social workers, occupational therapists and behavioural analysts. We work in multi-disciplinary teams across Victoria, partnering with schools to improve student access, participation, engagement and achievement.

About the role

This full-time, ongoing role is based at the Horsham Office, in the Wimmera South West area. Work in Horsham while making a genuine difference across the broader Wimmera region. This varied role will see you travel regularly to rural communities (e.g. Warracknabeal, Rainbow, Stawell, Murtoa and Nhill), building relationships and supporting local schools, students and families. In this role, you will support children and young people to achieve their educational goals, participate fully in school life and overcome barriers to learning and wellbeing.

• Design and implement individualised programs in collaboration with teachers, parents / carers and relevant professionals, ensuring they are developmentally appropriate and responsive to each student's age, strengths and needs.
• Document, monitor and accurately report on student participation and progress, evaluating outcomes and making recommendations for future programming.
• Provide support and advice to schools, including regarding complex cases and time sensitive decisions.
• Liaise with community service organisations, DFFH, hospitals, specialist programs and other professionals regarding the support needs for students.
• Support schools to respond effectively to critical incidents.

Why Allied Health Professionals Choose Education

• Make a lasting difference to children's learning, wellbeing and future success.
• Work in a preventative and early intervention model.
• Competitive salary, with salary packaging options and yearly salary progression.
• Enjoy flexible and supportive employment conditions.
• Receive structured supervision, mentoring and peer support, while also providing this to others.
• Build capability in schools and across your team, creating sustainable impact beyond individual interventions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Victoria.
• Access professional learning, statewide networks and career development opportunities.
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to fleet cars (subject to availability).
• Access to an extensive assessment and therapy resource library.

The work you do every day can help students participate, engage and thrive in education, and help your colleagues grow in their practice. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your expertise contributes to meaningful and lasting change, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications & Accreditations Psychologist

• A graduate or post-graduate qualification in psychology or equivalent.
• Full registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• A valid Working with Children Check.
• A current Australian Drivers' Licence.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and subject to other pre-employment checks. Any information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Further information and accessibility requirements

For more details about the role or inquiries, please contact : Larissa Fleuchar via Manager- Student Support Services Wimmera South West Area via [e-mail].

If you require assistance with the recruitment process, accessibility requirements or adjustments, please contact Larissa Fleuchar or the Department of Education's People Division via email : [e-mail].

About the Department of Education

The Department of Education aims to provide every student in Victoria with equal access to high-quality public education. Our vision is to enhance student experiences and wellbeing and provide educators with the resources they need to guide young people. We are committed to working with our staff and partners to deliver our vision for students and educators across Victoria.

• Allied health careers in education
• Regional Careers (education.vic.gov.au)
• Department of Education's regional model

We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity.

For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applications Close on 11.59pm on Wednesday 11 November 2026