Join a progressive organisation delivering community-led programs with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
$121,329 - $146,816 per annum Total Remuneration package $149,750 - $178,810 Full time Continuous Contract *Commensurate with qualifications and experience Advance your career through exposure to a variety of cases and ongoing professional development Become part of a dedicated team that values community and strives for positive outcomes for clients About the role The Psychologist is responsible for providing psychological assessment and therapeutic services to clients presenting with a broad range of issues relating to mental health, domestic violence, alcohol and substance misuse and trauma.
Remote travel is an inherent requirement of this position.
The ideal candidate will be a person with: Psychologist Minimum of a four-year APAC accredited course with full general registration with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Eligibility to apply for a Medicare Provider Number and bill for services rendered.
Demonstrated experience in completing comprehensive psychological assessments, diagnosis, case formulation with current evidence of the ability to work effectively with complex psychological presentations, including substance use,



using evidence-based practice.
Knowledge of mental health best practice in relation to prevention, early identification, treatment and rehabilitation and a proven capacity to deliver creative, quality client services within professional and service timeframes.
Awareness of Aboriginal culture within Australia's history, knowledge of cultural sensitivities and current issues affecting the lives of Aboriginal people in conjunction with a willingness to incorporate Aboriginal values into clinical practice.
Willingness, ability and appropriate levels of health and fitness to travel to and work from remote locations.
Understanding of evidence-based practice including major alcohol reforms in the Northern Territory and alcohol and other drugs services in Alice Springs and across the Territory.
Experience providing psychological support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
What we offer: Congress offers rewarding career options and a wide range of employee benefits including: Work that is community-led, impact-focused and a part of the bigger picture.
Opportunities to grow, including 15 days of professional development per year, with pathways including master's programs and study placements.
6 weeks annual leave

📌 Psychologist (Alice Springs)
🏢 Central Australian Aboriginal Congress
📍 Alice Springs