Psychologist

If you’re looking for an opportunity to use your expertise in a supportive environment, work alongside a diverse multidisciplinary team, and make a real difference to the wellbeing of Defence members, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for a psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team and provide high-quality, person-centred care to Australian Defence Force members.

This is a permanent part-time opportunity, working four days per week — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with 7.5-hour shifts starting from 7:00 am.

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 the Health Centre

Oakey Health Centre, located at the Army Aviation Centre (AAC) just 3 km outside Oakey, supports approximately 500 Defence personnel, all from an adult population. The standard operating hours are 07:00 – 16:30, Monday to Friday.

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.

Impact a better future — with Serco.