Registered Psychologist

About the Role

Joining Early Start Australia means becoming part of a dedicated allied health team working together locally with supportive leadership. Your contributions will positively influence the lives of children, youth, and their families across the country, whilst enjoying flexible working options conducive to your personal and professional growth.

Primary Responsibilities at the Geelong Clinic

• Preparation for new client assessments using referrals and questionnaires.
• Execution of both standardized and informal assessments including tools such as WPPSI, WISC, WRAT, WRAML, ADOS, and MIGDAS.
• Providing timely and clear feedback to clients and families, confirming the necessary therapy services.
• Completion and delivery of assessment reports within two weeks.
• Delivery of client-focused assessment, counseling, and therapeutic interventions across multiple settings (clinic, home, school, community).
• Managing discipline-specific caseloads, including clients with complex needs.
• Designing, implementing, reviewing, and updating tailored therapy programs.
• Collaboration with allied health professionals to develop specialized programs.
• Upholding confidentiality, privacy, and delivering evidence-based care.
• Developing therapy plans based on initial appointments, including measurable, goal-driven interventions and session plans.
• Providing home- and school-based activities and monitoring progress through updates and reviews.
• Facilitating referrals to other disciplines or group programs when appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate clinical notes within 24 hours and preparing compliant reports for stakeholders and funders.
• Documenting incidents and complaints as required.
• Aligning therapy services with current funding models such as NDIS.
• Participating in ongoing supervision, meetings, and professional development activities.
• Ensuring compliance with registration requirements, organizational policies, workplace health and safety, and child safety standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Relevant qualifications in Psychology.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Completion of NDIS Workers Screening Check.
• Current driver's licence and access to a vehicle.
• Valid Working with Children Check or equivalent Working with Vulnerable People Registration as per state regulations.
• National Police Clearance.
• Accredited First Aid Certification.

Skills and Experience

• Proven expertise in solution-focused therapy and early intervention strategies.
• Ability to adapt services for individualized client needs.
• Strong engagement skills with children, families, and external partners.
• Excellent organizational, observational, and report writing capabilities.
• Competence in working both independently within the community and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits and Perks

• Flexible work hours with options to compress schedules.
• Generous leave entitlements including up to 12 weeks’ annual leave and up to 16 weeks paid primary carer leave.
• Wellbeing support programs for employees and their families.
• Competitive salary plus a bonus scheme.
• Contributions towards registration fees and professional memberships.
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000, if applicable.
• Dedicated administrative support for clinical staff.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary work environment focused on improving outcomes together.
• Continued professional development (CPD) funding and paid leave for learning.
• Access to mentoring and leadership growth programs.
• Opportunities to gain experience through Fly-In-Fly-Out (FIFO) roles supporting remote children.
• Career progression and international opportunities within the larger APM Group network.

About Early Start Australia

Early Start Australia is committed to helping children and youth aged 0-16 develop to their fullest potential through personalized, evidence-based services across communication, motor, cognitive, and social domains. As part of the registered NDIS provider network and the global APM Group of over 16,000 employees in 11 countries, it offers diverse opportunities for career advancement and meaningful impact.