Psychologist (General Registration) - Blacktown

Act for Kids; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to AU$15,900 + AU$

Job summary

Act for Kids in Sydney’s Integrated Therapy Services team is seeking a Psychologist with full AHPRA General Registration to support children and families across Blacktown and surrounding communities.

You will deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy, work within a multidisciplinary team, and aim to help children recover, grow and thrive.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology with current national general registration (AHPRA) as a Psychologist (essential).
• Experience delivering therapy to children and families impacted by trauma or abuse/neglect.
• Experience providing individual and group therapy to children and their families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy for children and families.
• Collaborate with psychologists, speech pathologists, OTs and counsellors for integrated care.
• Strengthen caregiver relationships and community connections to support outcomes.
• Use assessments and goal-focused interventions to help children recover and thrive.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Child & family therapy

Group therapy

Evidence-based practice

Team collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Psychology

Job description

We are excited to welcome a Psychologist with full General Registration to our Sydney Integrated Therapy Services team! Join a warm, supportive, and collaborative multi-disciplinary team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families across Blacktown and surrounding communities. In this role, you'll deliver trauma-informed psychological care that helps children feel safe, understood, and empowered to heal and thrive. This is an opportunity to be part of a service that values connection, compassion, and the meaningful impact you can have in the lives of others.

• Full AHPRA General Registration as a Psychologist is essential.
• Level 6 SCHCADS Award.
• Salary range: $115,340 – $120,441 + Superannuation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create meaningful change – deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy that supports children and families to reach their full potential.
• Work as one team – collaborate with psychologists, speech pathologists, OTs and counsellors to achieve integrated, holistic outcomes.
• Support beyond the session – strengthen caregiver relationships and community connections to drive lasting therapeutic impact.
• Shape stronger futures – use assessments, goal-focused interventions and partnerships to help children recover, grow and thrive.

You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology with current national general registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA (essential), and membership with the Australian Psychological Society (desirable).
• At least two (2) years’ experience working with children, young people and their families who have been impacted by trauma or experienced abuse and neglect, or at least two (2) years’ experience working in similar roles.
• Experience providing individual and group therapy to children, young people and their families.
• Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required), including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption, NDIS worker screening check).

About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a for-purpose organisation that delivers evidence-based support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose tohelp keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.

You will have access to:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
• Extra leave, including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
• Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
• Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.

Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation. We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26 by the Diversity Council Australia.

Contact

For more information, please contact Carmelina Stevens (Clinical Services Manager): 0471 236 977 or***************@actforkids.com.au.