Registered Psychologist/ Clinical Psychologist

COME AND SEE WHY OUR STAFF LOVE WORKING FOR EARLY CONNECTIONS!

- Paediatric focused position, build your career working with children and families!
- Training and extensive supervision in role and generous PD. Work alongside other paediatric Psychologists.
- Gradual caseload and reasonable billable targets.
- 5 WEEKS leave per year!
- *NEW* Parental Leave Support Payment - that's right a NFP with parental payment!
- *CURRENT* Versatile Working Hours conditions - adjust your weekly hours to suit your life needs.
- Save tax through generous Salary Sacrificing, unique to Public Benevolent Institutions (PBI's) - (up to $15,899), Meal and Entertainment Card (up to $2,650) and Novated Leasing all available.

- Local Community Connector available to support you to navigate and settling into community (value $2,500).
- Subsidised relocation/accommodation costs offered ($3,000). Come and see what the Great Lakes and Manning regions have to offer!
- Enjoy onsite supervision and generous PD.
- Staff tell us they feel more supported in our team than they have with other employers - “the Team at EC feels like Family”.

Part-Time / Full-Time Registered Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist Position

Early Connections- Manning and Great Lakes (formerly Manning and Great Lakes Early Intervention) is seeking a highly motivated Psychology to join our expanding team. Our staff of 25 includes skilled EC Teachers, Therapists and Allied Health Assistants who will offer a supportive environment for our new staff member. Learn how to become a Key Worker in the "Team around the Child", family centred approach. The position is available either as a full or part-time position and offers a family friendly, flexible workplace.

Early Connections - Manning and Great Lakes is the leading service provider within the region, servicing children 0-12yrs with a diagnosed disability or significantly delayed development. We are a registeredNDIS Service Provider providing Therapy and Educational supports through this system.





Why work for us:

- Trusted, supportive Not-for-Profit workplace with over 38yrs of local supports in our community.
- Specific training and supports to make sure you feel supported and succeed in your career.
- Supervision and mentoring from experienced Psychologist on our team.
- PD allocation $1,000 annually (full time or pro-rata) thereafter. PD courses may include Ax training, Paediatrics focus, Key Worker, Behaviour supports & self-regulation etc.
- Parental leave payment (after 12mths of service) available for all genders.
- Full or Part-time roles negotiable with potential for RDO's and flexible hours.
- Salary packaging and financial incentives, including significantly above award rates, plus additional paid leave.
- Access up to $3,000 relocation/accommodation costs where needed.
- Diverse range of clients with a variety of needs and diagnosis.
- Highly experienced team of Early Intervention Teachers, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, Psychologist and Allied Health Assistants.
- Be a part of the Early Connections Alliance (from Forster to Coffs Harbour) and benefit from the knowledge and experience of a vast allied health and education team.
- Staff are supported through access to wellbeing and psychology supports through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Access Employment Hero program, including staff rewards and recognition program.
- We are an established NDIS provider and also offer supports throughout the community.

The role:

- Provide assessments, interventions and therapy to children 0-12yrs with a diverse range of disabilities.
- Gradual caseload and achievable billable expectations.




- Service aimed at building the capacity of the child and family in natural, inclusive settings. Early Connections - MGL has extensive existing relationships within the community.
- Opportunity to work within a transdisciplinary model and to provide consultationto Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapist,Occupational Therapists, Early Childhood Teachers, Allied Health Assistantsand families.
- Opportunities for advancement.Developed Management and Team Leader structure in place.
- Access supervision from onsite or offsite, registered psychology supervisors.
- Booking Officers will assist you in arranging appointments and scheduling.
- Working between two sites (Taree and Tuncurry).
- Using state of the art technology including the Echidna CRM (client record management) system and IPads. IT supports from our local IT company.

The successful candidate will:

- Have relevant qualifications and registered with Psychology Board of Australia.
- Have a commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice, family centred approach to service delivery.
- Have excellent communication and documentation skills using technology effectively.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Have a minimum of 1 year experience in disability or paediatrics (desirable not essential)
- Ability to organise time and set priorities.
- A fundamental understanding of child development.

Travel is required, your own car and a current driver's license are a pre-requisite for the position, however use of work vehicle is offered for distance travel. A current Working with Children Check, Police Check, COVID vaccination and First Aid Certificate is also required.

Part/Full-Time status will be negotiated on employment and may be dependent on applicants' level of experience. Position will be offered permanent following successful 6mth trial period.

Location:Taree and Tuncurry

Applications close: Thurs the 13th of Aug2026.

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