About Horizon Therapy Services
Horizon Therapy Services is a multidisciplinary allied health practice supporting children, young people and families across the ACT and surrounding regions.
Our team includes Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Early Childhood Specialists and Allied Health Assistants who work collaboratively to help children participate successfully at home, school and in their community.
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated
Registered Psychologist with General AHPRA Registration
to join our growing multidisciplinary team.
About the Role
This position is ideal for a psychologist who enjoys working with school-aged children and values flexibility, autonomy and work-life balance.
The role involves providing psychological support to children within their school environments, with appointments scheduled geographically to minimise travel and maximise efficiency.
For example, one day may focus on schools within Gungahlin, another within Belconnen, and another within Woden.
The position is currently offered at
three days per week
, with potential for additional days as the service expands.
What Your Week Will Look Like
Working Hours:
9:00am – 5:00pm (three days per week of your choice)
Client Contact:
9:00am – 1:30pm
Four children seen per day
School-based service delivery
Travel between schools within a designated geographical region
Administration and Planning:
1:30pm – 5:00pm
Work from home
Complete case notes and documentation
Session planning and resource development
Liaison with families, schools and other clinicians as required
Current Caseload
You will be joining an established multidisciplinary practice with an existing referral base.
Children currently accessing services present with needs including:
Anxiety and emotional regulation difficulties
Social confidence and self-esteem challenges
Negative thought patterns affecting participation and engagement
Maladaptive coping strategies
Emotional wellbeing concerns
School avoidance
Task avoidance and reduced engagement in learning
Social participation difficulties
Behavioural challenges impacting daily functioning
The focus of intervention is to support children to participate successfully in everyday activities, education, relationships and community life.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct psychological assessments and interventions for school-aged children
Develop and implement evidence-based therapeutic supports
Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners and educators
Provide consultation and recommendations to families and schools
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records
Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and clinical support activities
Contribute to positive outcomes for children and families
Essential Requirements
General Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA
Eligibility to work independently as a registered psychologist
Experience working with children and adolescents
Current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration (or ability to obtain)
Current National Police Check (or ability to obtain)
Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Robust communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team
Please Note
We are seeking psychologists with
General Registration only
.
Unfortunately, we are
not able to accept applications from psychologists holding Provisional Registration
for this position.
What We Offer
Flexible choice of working days
Structured work-life balance
School hours-focused client contact
Work-from-home administration time each day
Established referral base and caseload
Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration
Potential to increase days in the future
Administrative support to assist with scheduling and client management
Why Join Horizon Therapy Services?
At Horizon Therapy Services, we value clinician wellbeing as much as client outcomes.
We believe great therapy occurs when clinicians are supported, trusted and given the flexibility to do their best work.
You'll join a collaborative team that genuinely enjoys working together and shares a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families across the ACT.
Pay: $103,****** per year
Benefits:
Company car
Free drinks
Free food
Professional development assistance
Travel reimbursement
Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dickson ACT