Psychologist

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Step into a role that offers purpose, adventure, and professional growth. Join us as a civilian Psychologist in South Australia and build your psychology career while making a meaningful impact in one of Australia’s most unique and breathtaking regions.

POSITION DETAILS

Employment Type

2 Permanent Part-time opportunities

1 Fixed Term Part-time opportunity (Maternity leave cover)

Location

Edinburgh Health Centre, RAAF Edinburgh, SA

Working Hours

• 1 Permanent Part-time role working Monday, Thursday & Friday: 0730 –1530
• 1 Permanent Part-time role working Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 0730 –1530
• 1 Fixed Term Part-time role working Thursday and Friday, 0730 – 1530

ABOUT US

ADF Health Services delivers integrated healthcare to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel nationwide. Under this contract, Serco, in partnership with Bupa, provides defence-ready clinical and support staff across more than 50 on-base locations across Australia—ensuring ADF members have access to high-quality, on-site healthcare.

To learn more, visit www.serco.com/ahsc

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Civilian Psychologist, you will be a valued member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, supporting the diverse and complex mental health needs of active ADF personnel.

Your role will include:

• Conducting comprehensive intakes and psychological assessments
• Delivering evidence-based psychological interventions tailored to individual needs
• Utilising psychometric assessments in line with your scope of practice
• Managing your own caseload with a high level of professional autonomy
• Coordinating and overseeing externally referred cases
• Participating in crisis response, risk assessment, and the development of risk management plans
• Working collaboratively within a supportive multidisciplinary environment

This role offers flexibility to practice within your areas of interest and expertise, while contributing to the wellbeing and operational readiness of Defence members.

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Edinburgh Health Centre is located 25km North of Adelaide, at RAAF Base Edinburgh. This super-base accommodates 3500 personnel from the Australian Army and RAAF, as well as being home to the RAAF Institute of Aviation Medicine.

The health centre operates a 16-bed low dependency ward 24/7.  It also provides primary medical, aviation medical, nursing, dental, physiotherapy, mental health, pharmaceutical and rehabilitation services. Standard operating hours are generally 07:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts).

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current, unconditional, and unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Psychologist
• At least 2 years’ post-graduate mental health experience within the past 5 years
• Demonstrated experience in psychological assessment and delivery of evidence-based Focused Psychological Strategies
• A current CPR certificate (HLTAID009)
• Knowledge of state/territory legislation, national standards, and the ADF Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2018–2023 (desirable)
• Australian citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Defence Security Clearance

REWARDS & BENEFITS

Join Us and Unlock a Future Full of Possibilities

• Relocation Assistance – We’ll support your move and help you settle in with confidence (conditions apply)
• Values-Driven Culture – Join a workplace built on trust, compassion, innovation, and pride
• Career Development Opportunities – Access diverse pathways across our global networks and Defence contracts
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including:
• Paid annual and personal leave
• Professional development and CPD support
• Volunteer and reservist leave
• Exclusive lifestyle and retail discounts
• 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion, contact Polly on 08 8432 2544 or email polly.buerano@serco-ap.com

To explore this and other exciting opportunities, visit:
👉 https://careers.serco.com/gb/en/apac