Psychologist | Springfield

Sports and Spinal Group; Queensland; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Onboarding program

In‑house supervision

A$2,000 annual external CPD allowance

50+ hours internal CPD annually

MDT masterclasses

Job summary

Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy is seeking a Psychologist to join our growing Psychology service at Springfield, offering flexible hours from 24–26 per week up to full time. You will work with adults, providing assessment and evidence‑based treatment across diverse presentations, within a multidisciplinary allied health environment.

We offer structured onboarding, in‑house supervision, a substantial CPD allowance and extensive internal development opportunities to advance your clinical practice

Qualifications

• Must be registered with AHPRA as a Psychologist and eligible for general registration.
• 1–3 years post‑registration experience preferred but applications from early‑career psychologists are welcome.
• Evidence‑based, client‑centred and trauma‑informed approach to care.
• Strong communication and robust clinical documentation practices.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
• Interest in adult presentations and clients with complex health and functional needs.
• Willingness to learn, reflect on practice and contribute to service development.
• Professional indemnity insurance and readiness to obtain Police Check.
• NDIS Worker Screening and WWCC (Blue Card) or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence‑based, client‑centred psychological assessment and treatment to adult clients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor progress and outcomes.
• Support clients with persistent pain, injury, illness, adjustment difficulties, anxiety and depression.
• Help clients address barriers to recovery and safe return to work.
• Produce high‑quality clinical documentation and funding‑related correspondence.
• Liaise with referrers and other treating professionals to coordinate care.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to achieve meaningful outcomes.
• Contribute to ongoing growth and development of the Psychology service.

Skills

AHPRA registration

1–3 years experience

Client-centred care

Trauma‑informed care

Strong communication

Clinical documentation

Organisational skills

Autonomous working

Adult presentations

Willingness to learn

Indemnity insurance

Police check

NDIS Worker Screening

Blue Card / WWCC willingness

Job description

About the Role

Sports & Spinal is seeking a passionate Psychologist to join our growing Psychology service at our Springfield clinic, with an anticipated commencement date of February 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career or experienced Psychologist looking to build their career within a supportive, multidisciplinary allied health environment. We are offering flexible employment options, with hours ranging from 24–26 hours per week up to full‑time (38 hours), depending on your availability and preferences.

You’ll work primarily with adult clients, providing psychological assessment and evidence‑based treatment across a diverse range of presentations, including persistent pain, adjustment to injury, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma‑related difficulties, relationship and family concerns, grief and life transitions, and psychological barriers to recovery and return to work.

Our Psychology service works across a variety of funding and referral pathways, including WorkCover, DVA, Mental Health Care Plans (MHCP), NDIS and private clients.

Whether you’re looking to further develop your clinical skills or bring established experience to a growing service, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference while contributing to the development of our Psychology offering.

Why Join Our Team

• Flexible working arrangements – Part‑time or full‑time opportunities, with a minimum commitment of 24–26 hours per week.
• Structured Psychology onboarding – Benefit from a dedicated onboarding program led by Emily, our Psychology Discipline Lead.
• Ongoing clinical supervision – Access in‑house supervision with a Board‑approved Supervisor to support your clinical confidence and development.
• $2,000 annual external CPD allowance – Invest in your professional growth and further develop your clinical skills.
• Extensive internal professional development – Access 50+ hours of internal CPD annually, including monthly in‑clinic MDT in‑services and organisation‑wide MDT masterclasses.
• Collaborative clinical support – Participate in regular in‑clinic group clinical reviews, providing opportunities for shared learning, reflection and clinical development.
• Dedicated consulting space – Enjoy a well‑appointed Psychology consulting room designed to support your clinical practice.
• Multidisciplinary teamwork – Collaborate with a diverse team of allied health professionals to deliver holistic, integrated and client‑centred care.
• Clear career development pathways – Explore opportunities in clinical mentoring, leadership and service development as our Psychology service continues to grow.
• Make an impact – Play an active role in shaping and developing our growing Psychology service, with opportunities to contribute ideas and drive clinical improvements.
• Exclusive staff benefits – Enjoy 50% off all services, employer‑funded parental leave and pet leave.
• Supportive team culture – Be part of a fun, inclusive and collaborative workplace within one of South East Queensland's leading allied health groups.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence‑based, client‑centred psychological assessment and treatment to adult clients.
• Develop individualised treatment plans and monitor client progress and outcomes.
• Support clients experiencing persistent pain, injury, illness, adjustment difficulties, anxiety, depression, stress and trauma‑related presentations.
• Support clients to address psychological barriers to recovery, functional improvement and safe, sustainable return to work.
• Complete high‑quality clinical documentation, psychological reports and funding‑related correspondence.
• Liaise with referrers, case managers and other treating professionals to support coordinated care.
• Collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve meaningful outcomes for clients.
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the Psychology service.

What You\'ll Bring

• Current general registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
• Ideally 1–3 years of post‑registration experience, although we welcome applications from both early‑career and experienced Psychologists.
• An evidence‑based, client‑centred and trauma‑informed approach to psychological care.
• Strong communication, clinical documentation and organisational skills.
• The ability to work autonomously while also contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team.
• An interest in working with varied adult presentations and supporting clients with complex health and functional needs.
• A willingness to learn, reflect on clinical practice and contribute to ongoing service development.
• Professional indemnity insurance and willingness to undergo a Police Check.
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and Working with Children Check (Blue Card), or willingness to obtain where required.

Highly regarded:

• Experience or an interest in health psychology and a holistic approach to healthcare.
• Exposure to persistent pain, injury adjustment, trauma and return‑to‑work presentations.
• Experience working with WorkCover and/or DVA clients, including associated reporting requirements.
• Previous private practice or multidisciplinary allied health experience.

We are also open to candidates with transferable experience who are motivated to develop their skills in these areas.

About the Business

At Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy, we don't just build great clinicians — we build careers people genuinely love.

For over 30 years, we've grown into one of South East Queensland's leading allied health groups by investing heavily in training, development and culture. We believe the best patient outcomes come from clinicians who feel supported, challenged and inspired to be their best.

Our career pathways are second to none, and our clinics are known for being places where people enjoy coming to work.

Our Values:

• Respect all
• Be memorable
• Collaborate and grow
• Innovate for the future
• AND show the love!

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you\'re a Psychologist looking to join a supportive team, develop your clinical skills and play an important role in the growth of our Psychology service, we\'d love to hear from you!