Registered Psychologist

When you join Early Start Australia, you'll be part of an allied health team that's in it together. You will make a positive impact for children, young people, and their families across Australia, working at the Deakin ACT clinic. The team helps children and young people aged 0-16 reach their full potential across communication, motor, cognitive and social development. Early Start Australia is a registered NDIS provider and is part of the APM Group.

Responsibilities

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 and 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

Requirements

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; 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

Benefits

Flexible hours and compressed work options; Up to 12 weeks annual leave; Up to 16 weeks paid primary carer leave; Wellbeing support program for you and your family; Competitive salary + bonus program; Registration and professional membership contribution; Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, if applicable; Dedicated admin support; Multidisciplinary collaboration environment; CPD allowance + paid professional development leave; Structured mentoring and leadership programs; Ongoing opportunities including Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) work supporting children in remote areas; National and global career pathways through the APM Group