Registered Psychologist

Early Start Australia; Strathpine; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000

Dedicated admin support

Flexible hours

Wellbeing support program

Job summary

Early Start Australia in Strathpine is seeking a psychologist to deliver assessment, therapy and programs across clinic, home and school environments. You will work with children and families, align plans with NDIS funding, and participate in ongoing professional development within a multidisciplinary team.

You will manage reports, maintain privacy and comply with regulatory standards while delivering client-centred care and best-practice outcomes in our supportive clinic setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in solution-focused therapy and early intervention.
• Ability to adapt services to meet individual needs.
• Engage with a range of children, families and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Excellent observational and report writing skills.
• Able to work within a multidisciplinary team and autonomously in the community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new client assessments including preparing with referrals and questionnaires.
• Deliver client-centred assessment, counselling and therapy across clinic, home, school and community settings.
• Develop, implement and review individualised therapy programs and goals.
• Complete clinical notes and reports within required timeframes and ensure documentation is compliant.
• Align therapy plans with funding models (e.g. NDIS) and participate in supervision and professional development.

Skills

Solution-focused therapy

Early intervention

Engage with children and families

Strong communication

Observational skills

Report writing

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Relevant qualification in Psychology

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 Strathpine 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

• Relevant qualification in Psychology
• 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
• Accredited First Aid Certificate

What You’ll Get

Flexibility and Wellbeing

• Flexible hours and compressed work options (part time or full time available)
• Up to 12 weeks annual leave.
• Up to 16 weeks paid primary carer leave
• Wellbeing support program for you and your family

Reward and support

• Competitive salary + bonus program
• Registration and professional membership contribution
• Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, if applicable
• Dedicated admin support so you can focus on what you do best.
• Work in an environment that focuses on multidisciplinary collaboration, improving outcomes together

Growth, your way

• CPD allowance + paid professional development leave
• Structured mentoring and leadership programs
• Ongoing opportunities to build your experience, including Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) work supporting children in remote areas
• National and global career pathways through the APM Group

Who We Are

We’re a dedicated and passionate team of allied health professionals helping children and young people aged 0-16 to reach their full potential. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with families to deliver personalised, evidence-based support across communication, motor, cognitive and social development. We are a registered NDIS provider and our clinics offer therapy under different funding models. As part of the APM Group, we offer the scale and stability of a global organisation, with the feel of a local team.