Psychologist

Are you ready to make a bold move? Join us in the Northern Territory! Embrace adventure, explore new horizons, and kickstart your career in one of Australia's most stunning regions. Apply now as a civilian Psychologist and let your journey begin!

• Part-time and full-time roles available
• Location – Darwin Health Centre, RAAF Base, Winnellie, NT
• Working Hours – Monday to Thursday 0730-1600, Friday 0730-1330

About Us
ADF Health Services provides integrated healthcare services to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across Australia. As part of this contract, Serco, in partnership with Bupa, provide defence-ready clinical and support staff across 50+ on-base locations nationally, ensuring that ADF personnel have access to quality on-site medical care. To learn more please visit www.serco.com/ahsc

About the Role
As a civilian Psychologist, you will be a key member of a multidisciplinary team within a health centre, dedicated to addressing the complex and varied mental health needs of active ADF members. Your involvement starts with comprehensive intake and assessment, providing you with the flexibility to tailor interventions that effectively meet individual needs. You’ll have the opportunity to apply psychometric tools and customize treatments that align with your expertise, interests, and professional scope.
You will be empowered to autonomously manage your caseload, including overseeing externally referred cases and delivering targeted treatment to Defence personnel. Additionally, you will receive support in handling crisis situations, conducting thorough risk assessments, and developing comprehensive risk management plans—all within a collaborative, multidisciplinary framework.

About the Location
Darwin Health Centre is located at RAAF Base Darwin, 6.5km north-east of the city sharing a runway with Darwin International Airport. Major exercises are held in the Northern Territory every year, with RAAF Base Darwin undertaking a major support role.  The health centre has a routine dependency of approximately 520 members and surges up to an additional 1500 Australian and International Defence members twice a year for the Air Force exercises. The facility provides general nursing, mental health, physiotherapy and pharmaceutical services. Standard operating hours are generally 0730-1600 Monday – Thursday depending on role requirements, and a half day 7:30 – 13:30 Friday.

About You
As the ideal applicant, you will have:

• A current, unconditional, and unrestricted registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
• A minimum of 2 years' post-graduate experience in mental health within the last 5 years, including comprehensive assessments and delivering evidence based “Focussed Psychological Strategies”.
• A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate (HLTAID009).
• Familiarity with state/territory policies, national standards, and ADF Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2018-2023 is advantageous.
• Australian citizenship and eligibility to obtain/maintain a Baseline Defence security clearance.

Rewards & Benefits 
Join Us and Unlock a Future Full of Possibilities

• Start Strong with a Generous Sign-On Bonus - begin your journey where opportunity meets reward, setting the stage for success from day one.
• Relocation Support to Help You Settle In - wherever you're headed, we’re with you—because your next chapter deserves the very best start.
• Thrive in a Values-Driven Community - become part of a vibrant culture grounded in trust, compassion, innovation, and pride—where every voice matters and makes a difference.
• Build a Career, Not Just a Job - discover endless pathways through our inclusive global networks and expansive growth opportunities across diverse contracts.
• Enjoy Exceptional Benefits - from paid annual and personal leave to professional development (including CPD, volunteer, and reservist leave), exclusive lifestyle discounts, and 24/7 mental health support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - your wellbeing is always our priority.

Want to know more?
Reach out to Polly for a confidential discussion, on 08 8432 2544 or send an email to polly.buerano@serco-ap.com 
To explore this and other exciting opportunities, visit https://careers.serco.com/gb/en/apac