When you join Early Start Australia, you’ll be part of an allied heath team that’s in it together.  A local team that’s right beside you, supported by leaders who know the work. From small shifts to life-changing breakthroughs, you’ll make a positive impact for children, young people, and their families across Australia.  And with flexibility and support to thrive, you’ll continue to grow and build a meaningful career, your way.

What you’ll do

You will manage a caseload of variable complexity, working independently while exercising sound clinical judgement. In addition to direct client work, you will support and mentor colleagues and actively contribute to the growth and quality of ESA’s psychology services alongside the Practice Principal. This role is central to helping children develop key skills and achieve important developmental milestones.

What you’ll bring

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Psychology with General Registration with AHPRA
• Demonstrated senior clinical experience delivering assessment and early intervention therapy for children and families
• Strong skills in psychometric assessment, observation, and high‑quality report writing
• Experience mentoring, supervising, or supporting other psychologists or students
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team
• Up-to-date compliance checks (or willingness to obtain): WWCC, Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid, Driver’s Licence & Vehicle.

What you’ll get

Flexibility and Wellbeing

• Flexible hours and compressed work options
• Up to 12 weeks annual leave.
• Up to 16 weeks paid primary carer leave
• Wellbeing support program for you and your family

Reward and support

• Competitive salary + bonus program
• Registration and professional membership contribution
• Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, if applicable
• Dedicated admin support so you can focus on what you do best.
• Work in an environment that focuses on multidisciplinary collaboration, improving outcomes together

Growth, your way

• CPD allowance + paid professional development leave
• Structured mentoring and leadership programs
• Ongoing opportunities to build your experience, including Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) work supporting children in remote areas
• National and global career pathways through the APM Group

Who we are

We’re a dedicated and passionate team of allied health professionals helping children and young people aged 0-16 to reach their full potential. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with families to deliver personalised, evidence-based support across communication, motor, cognitive and social development. We are a registered NDIS provider and our clinics offer therapy under different funding models. As part of the APM Group, we offer the scale and stability of a global organisation, with the feel of a local team.

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.