Registered Psychologist

APM; Palmerston; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Start Australia is seeking a Registered Psychologist for its Durack clinic to deliver assessment and therapy services for children and families across Australia. You will conduct standardized assessments, provide feedback, and develop goal-based therapy plans across clinic, home, school, and community settings.

Join a multidisciplinary team with a focus on evidence-based practice, privacy compliance, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered psychologist with AHPRA (Australia)
• Experience delivering early intervention services
• Ability to develop goal-based therapy plans and outcomes

Responsibilities

• Conduct New Client Assessments using referrals and questionnaires
• Deliver client-centred assessment, counselling, and therapy
• Develop, implement, review, and adjust individualised therapy programs
• Complete clinical notes within 24 hours and maintain documentation
• Align therapy plans with funding requirements (e.g. NDIS) and participate in supervision

Skills

Solution-focused therapy

Early intervention

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Strong communication

Report writing

Client engagement

Education

Registration with Psychology Board of Australia

NDIS Worker Screening Check

National Police Check

Working with Children Check

Tools

WPPSI

WISC

WRAT

ADOS

MIGDAS

Job description

When you join Early Start Australia, you'll be part of an allied heath team that's in it together. A local team that's right beside you, supported by leaders who know the work. From small shifts to life-changing breakthroughs, you'll make a positive impact for children, young people, and their families across Australia. With flexibility and support to thrive, you'll continue to grow and build a meaningful career, your way.

What you'll do at our Durack clinic

New Client Assessments

• Prepare for assessments using referrals and questionnaires
• Conduct standardised and informal assessments (e.g., WPPSI, WISC, WRAT, WRAML, ADOS, MIGDAS)
• Provide timely feedback to clients and families and confirm therapy needs
• Complete and issue reports within two weeks of assessment

Therapy Service Delivery

• Deliver client-centred assessment, counselling, and therapy
• Manage discipline-specific caseloads, including complex clients
• Develop, implement, review, and adjust individualised therapy programs
• Deliver services across clinic, home, school, and community settings
• Collaborate with allied health professionals and develop specialised programs
• Maintain privacy, confidentiality, and evidence-based practice

Therapy Programs

• Conduct initial appointments and develop goal-based therapy plans
• Create measurable, targeted interventions and session plans
• Provide home and school-based activities and resources
• Monitor progress, update goals, and complete reviews and reports
• Identify and refer to other disciplines or group programs as appropriate

Reporting and Documentation

• Complete clinical notes within 24 hours
• Provide timely, compliant reports to stakeholders and funding bodies
• Record incidents and complaints as required

Funding, Professional Development & Compliance

• Align therapy plans with available funding (e.g. NDIS)
• Participate in supervision, meetings, and ongoing professional development
• Comply with registration standards, organisational policies, WHS, and child safety requirements

What you'll bring

Experience/ Skills

• Demonstrated experience in solution-focused therapy and early intervention
• Understanding and supporting the principles of individualised services including the ability to adapt services to meet individual needs
• Demonstrated ability to engage with a range of children and families and external stakeholders
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Exceptional observational and report writing skills
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and the ability to work autonomously in the community

Qualifications / Compliance

• Registration with AHPRA and Registration with Psychology Board of Australia
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Current Drivers' Licence and vehicle
• Current Working with Children Check or Working with Vulnerable People Registration (state specific)
• National Police Check