Psychologist

At Early Start Australia (ESA), we provide a wide range of services including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, aquatic therapy, speech pathology, social work, psychology, assistive technology prescription, environmental modification, and group therapy programs. As a Psychologist at ESA, you’ll play a vital role in helping children and families reach their full potential. Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic assessments for autism, ADHD, and intellectual developmental disorders, delivering evidence-based therapy interventions, reviewing progress and setting new priorities with families, collaborating with stakeholders, developing functional goals within NDIS or Medicare frameworks, providing services to children aged 2–16 in clinic and community settings, and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Conducting diagnostic assessments for autism, ADHD, and intellectual developmental disorders; Delivering evidence-based therapy interventions; Reviewing progress and setting new priorities with families; Supporting developmental and clinical outcomes for meaningful participation in everyday life; Collaborating with key stakeholders and maintaining strong communication; Developing functional, routine-based goals within NDIS or Medicare frameworks; Providing services to children and young people aged 2–16 years, in clinic and community settings; Driving continuous improvement through regular evaluation and review

Requirements

Tertiary degree in Psychology; Current General or provisional Registration with AHPRA; Ability to provide therapeutic interventions and conduct cognitive and clinical assessments; Working with Children Check; National Police Check; NDIS screening; First Aid; Driver's License and insured vehicle; Passion for making therapy fun, engaging, and meaningful for families

Nice to have

Working with neurodevelopmental needs; Training in ADOS and MIGDAS

Benefits

Dedicated PD budget; Professional leave days; In-house training; Regular supervision; Option to purchase additional leave; Paid parental leave; Discount marketplace