Address 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.
We are looking for a passionate Provisional Psychologist on a full-time or part-time basis for our Chatswood clinic. You would be joining a multi-disciplinary early intervention team working with autistic toddlers and children with developmental needs. With varied work including assessment, direct intervention and parent support, this is an exciting role for an enthusiastic Provisional Psychologist. Both internal and external supervision may be provided as well as case consultations and extensive professional development.
What We Offer You
Comprehensive initial training and ongoing professional development to help both you and your students reach full potential.
A framework and supportive environment to provide the best possible client outcomes through supervision, case conferencing, team training & access to internal Clinical Leaders.
Career development
Staff benefits include competitive salary individual professional development budgets, EAP program and access to Employment Hero; a discount marketplace with hundreds of products at reduced prices from groceries to movie tickets.
The Opportunity:
To assess and guide developmental goals for children identified on the autism spectrum or with developmental delay (social, communication, cognition) in both a group and individual settings
To administer early intervention therapy following the principles of the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)
To monitor, evaluate and review progress by entering daily data on therapy plan;
Develop resources to support the early intervention programmes;
To work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic therapy programs, for children with autism and developmental needs;
Centre-based and Community-based services.
What Do I Need to Join?
Passion about making a difference in the lives of children and their families;
Diverse communication skills in order to build rapport with clients & families, making therapy fun & engaging!
Effective time management and attention to detail;
Experience working with children and/or disability;
Willingness to learn the Early Start Denver Model and professional development activities
Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and ability to work autonomously
Degree in psychology and provisional registration with AHPRA, Working with Children Check, National Police Check, First Aid Training, Driver’s License & NDIS Worker Screening Check
***Closing date is not applicable, candidates are encouraged to apply without delay***
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.
