Psychologist - Nambour

Act for Kids; Nambour; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Wellbeing days

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Act for Kids in Nambour Integrated Therapy Services is seeking a Psychologist to deliver trauma-informed psychological care to children and families across Nambour and surrounding communities.

You will join a warm, collaborative, multidisciplinary team (including psychologists, speech pathologists, OTs and counsellors) to assess, treat and support children to heal, grow and thrive through evidence-based therapies and strong caregiver engagement.

Qualifications

• Essential psychology qualifications and registration with AHPRA.
• Experience delivering trauma-informed therapy to children and families.
• APS membership desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create meaningful change by delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy.
• Collaborate with psychologists, speech pathologists, OTs and counsellors for holistic outcomes.
• Strengthen caregiver relationships and community connections beyond sessions.
• Use assessments and goal-focused interventions to support child growth and healing.

Skills

Trauma-informed therapy

Group therapy

Child and family therapy

Education

Tertiary Psychology degree

AHPRA registration

APS membership desirable

Job description

We are excited to welcome a Psychologistto our Nambour Integrated Therapy Services team! Join a warm, supportive, and collaborative multi-disciplinary team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families across Nambour 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.

• Level 6 SCHCADS Award.
• Salary range: $110,110 - $114,984 + Superannuation.
• Full-time, maximum term contract opportunity until 28 May 2027.

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 for more information.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology with current national 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 familieswho 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 tohelpkeep 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 Passportincluding discounted fitnessmemberships 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.

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.