Registered Psychologist- Child & Adolescent

Shire Child Psychology; Sydney; On-site; AUD 214,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Administrative support and client ref​

Supervision opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Client base development support

Job summary

Shire Child Psychology is seeking an experienced Registered Psychologist to work with children and adolescents as an independent contractor in Caringbah, Sydney South. You will perform assessments, develop personalised treatment plans and deliver individual, group, or family therapy to address anxiety, depression, and developmental concerns.

The role offers flexible scheduling, a supportive private practice environment, and collaboration with families, schools, and health professionals to

Qualifications

• AHPRA Registration as a Registered Psychologist.
• 3+ years clinical experience working with children and adolescents post registration.
• Medicare provider number, or ability to obtain one.
• Strong knowledge of child development and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to each client’s needs.
• Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy sessions.
• Address a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, behavioural concerns, trauma, and self-esteem.
• Collaborate with parents, educators and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain detailed, confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Skills

AHPRA Registration

Experience with children

Medicare provider number

Clinical communication skills

Independent scheduling

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Job description

Registered Psychologist- Child & Adolescent

Registered Psychologist - Child and Adolescent focus

(Independant Contractor)

Location: Caringbah, Sydney South
Contract Type: Independant Contractor
Compensation: $155- up to $170 / hour.

About Us:

Shire Child Psychology is a respected private practice focused on providing high-quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where young clients can receive the care they need to thrive.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Psychologist to join our practice as an independent contractor. The successful candidate will work exclusively with children, adolescents and their caregivers, offering a range of assessments, therapy/intervention, and support to help them overcome emotional, developmental, behavioural, and psychological challenges. As a contractor, you will have the flexibility to set your own schedule while benefiting from the reputation and steady referral flow of an established practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations for children and adolescents.




• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to each client’s needs.




• Provide individual, group, and or family therapy sessions.




• Address a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, behavioural concerns, trauma, social skill difficulties and low self-esteem.




• Experience in supporting children and adolescents with Autism, including PDA profiles, ADHD, Downs Syndrome, Anxiety and/or Depression, ODD, Specific Learning Disorders, Developmental Delays and or Intellectual Developmental Disorder.




• Collaborate with parents, educators, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care.




• Maintain detailed and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.




• Participate in team meetings or case consultations as needed.

Requirements:

• AHPRA Registration as a Registered Psychologist.




• 3+ years clinical experience working with children and adolescents post registration.




• Proven experience working with children and adolescents in a clinical setting.




• Medicare provider number, or ability to obtain one.




• Strong knowledge of child development and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.




• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.




• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.




• Values evidence-based, neuroaffirming and developmentally appropriate practice




• Enjoys collaborating with families, schools and other health professionals




• Is warm, approachable and able to build strong relationships with children and adolescents




• Public liability and Professional indemnity insurance (required for all contractors).

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours and the ability to set your own schedule.




• Access to spacious, warm and inviting office space, administrative support, and client referrals.




• Opportunities to collaborate with a team of professionals, including board approved supervisors.




• Support in maintaining and building a client base.




• Freedom to focus on clinical work without the burden of managing a practice.

Application Deadline: 5th November 2026