Psychologist
Laverton, Victoria, AU, 3028
Laverton RAAF base – Psychologist – Laverton Clinic – 0.5 FTE
Are you a passionate Psychologist looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique Primary healthcare setting with no Medicare Billing?
We’re looking for Psychologists who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality care to Defence members.
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary - low acuity in a secure ADF setting
- Quality patient centred care - longer appointments, no Medicare Billing and dedicated admin time
- Work-life balance - predictable hours
- Civilian Role - be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
- Progress your learning - Paid CPD leave, reservist/volunteer leave
- Practical Perks - Free on-site parking and uniforms provided
- Wellbeing support - Mental health resources and lifestyle discounts
About Laverton Clinic
Laverton Clinic is located on RAAF Base Williams in the suburb of Laverton (approx. 23km west of Melbourne CBD). This Airforce base has specialty schools (Language & Defence international training centre). It is also headquarters for Air Force Training Group. Being a relatively small clinic, services include primary medical, nursing, pharmaceutical and dental. The standard operating hours are generally 0730-1600 Monday – Thursday, and a half day Friday 07:30 – 13:00.
This is a part-time role offering 18.75 hours per week, with a rotating roster of two shifts one week and three shifts the next across Mon – Tues - Wed.
What you’ll do
- Deliver high-quality mental health care to Defence members
- Conducting fitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care.
- Undertaking assessments, interventions, formulating treatment and care plans for individuals and group education sessions
- Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment where patient wellness is paramount
What you bring
- Unrestricted AHPRA general registration as a Psychologist
- Minimum two years’ Post Graduate experience within last five years in mental health within a Primary Healthcare Setting or Specialist Mental Health Setting
- Comprehensive assessment skills and experience in ‘Focussed Psychological Strategies’ and ‘Psychological Therapy’ as per Medicare Schedule
- Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
- Australian Citizenship required for Baseline Security Clearance
- Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care
Who we are
Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.
Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.
Interested? Contact Divya on 0427 566 681 or email divya.nair@serco-ap.com for a confidential chat.
Apply now.