We are looking for a passionate Psychologist to join our team at Manly.

Would you like to help children and their families to achieve their goals and enjoy a fulfilling life then come join our friendly team at ESA Manly. We offer evidence-based interventions for autistic children and client's autism with other learning, behavioural and developmental needs.

What we offer you:

Early Start Australia is a national organisation - our clinics offer you the small practice feel with big corporate support.  We have friendly and well-organised administration teams booking appointments, invoicing and managing NDIS changes, leaving our therapists to get on with what is most important to them.

When you join us, you will have access to some of the best brains across Australia. Early Start Australia provides additional professional leave days on top of your annual leave; a professional development budget for each therapist; in-house training; and supervision.  

You have the opportunity for flexible working hours, offering permanent part-time or permanent full-time employment.

In addition to a competitive salary and the incredible professional development and supervision on offer, you will also have access to:

• Performance incentives
• Our Mental Health and Wellbeing Program
• Paid parental leave.
• Discount marketplace with hundreds of products at reduced prices from groceries to movie tickets.
  
  

The opportunity:

If your passion is working with children and families with developmental needs, then look no further!

With a focus on therapy, consultations and assessments, our new psychologist will join a multi-disciplinary team of psychologists, OTs and behaviour support practitioners.

• Conducting standardised assessments to determine goals/areas of needs.
• Preparing detailed reports to determine whether the client’s profile meets DSM-5
• Providing comprehensive recommendations to parents, educators, and allied health professionals on evidence-based interventions to assist with learning, social, and/or behavioural difficulties identified through the assessment process.
• Developing functional, routine-based goals with clients and families
• Providing therapy interventions and resources to clients and families that match evidence-based practice to individual/family goals, values and preferences for service provision.
• Reviewing progress formally in collaboration with individuals and families to celebrate achievement, obtain feedback on services provided and set new priorities.
• Providing evidence informed therapy services to clients and NDIS participants building on family/client strengths, needs and priorities.
• Support inclusion and participation for clients in community activities of their choice
• Ensure a focus on continuous improvement through regular evaluation, training and review.
  
  

 What do you need to join?

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Experience in completing risk assessments
• Passion for making a difference with a focus on making therapy fun, engaging and meaningful for families!
• Past experience in autism diagnosis and support high desirable
• Compliance – AHPRA registration, Working with Children Check, National Police Check, NDIS workers screening check, Covid-19 vaccination certificate or exemption, First Aid Training, Driver’s License & Vehicle.
  
  

About Us

Early Start Australia is a national multidisciplinary allied health organisation committed to delivering evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children and their families.

As an organisation Early Start Australia prioritises building a fantastic team culture and working with children and their families to make a real difference to everyday lives of our clients. Learn more about us at www.earlystartaustralia.com.au.

Ready to Join?

Click APPLY now and complete your application through our online recruitment platform.

For a confidential discussion Michael on 0429 358 138

Early Start Australia places a high priority on the principles of respect, equity, and diversity. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.