Build your Psychology career with the right support around you!

New name, familiar faces. ��

Avina might be a new name, but you may already know some of our teams. Therapy Pro, Adaptability Therapy and Tashacare have come together as Avina — one national allied health and behaviour support community with 400+ clinicians across QLD, NSW, VIC and SA.

We deliver Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology, Positive Behaviour Support, Physiotherapy and other allied health services across the lifespan.

Our values guide how we work every day:
Progressive | Curious | Respectful | Collaborative | Informed | Purposeful

About the Opportunity

At Avina, we believe great therapy starts with supported clinicians. Our structured 12-month Psychology internship is designed to help Provisional Psychologists develop confidence, clinical capability and practical experience within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

We're looking for a Provisional Psychologist to join our Inner Sydney team, supporting participants across areas including Marrickville, Ashfield, Canterbury, Bankstown and surrounding suburbs.

This is a fully mobile, community-based role, with the flexibility to work from home for administration and telehealth appointments. You'll visit participants in their homes and other community settings, with a localised caseload to help manage travel.

Our internship is designed for Master of Professional Psychology (5+1) graduates from Australian universities who are ready to commence their internship in 2026.

What We Offer

- Full AHPRA primary and secondary supervision, with no out-of-pocket supervision costs
- A structured 12-month internship with comprehensive onboarding and a gradual caseload ramp-up
- Experienced Psychology supervision, mentoring and leadership support




- Regular individual and group supervision, peer reflection and professional development
- Diverse clinical experience to support the development of your AHPRA competencies
- A supportive multidisciplinary team across Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology and Behaviour Support
- Flexible, community-based working with opportunities for telehealth and working from home
- A localised Inner Sydney caseload, with support from your wider clinical team

As part of your role, you'll also work towards registration as a Behaviour Support Practitioner, with Positive Behaviour Support forming part of your broader caseload.

This provides valuable exposure to disability and behaviour support practice while your primary career development remains focused on progressing through your Psychology internship.

Your 12-Month Journey Your caseload and responsibilities will gradually increase as you develop confidence and capability, with regular supervision and support throughout.

You'll gain experience in:

- Psychology assessment, formulation, intervention and report writing
- Working with participants across the lifespan, including people with disability and complex support needs
- Developing your clinical skills through shadowing, mentoring and reflective practice
- Delivering services in participants' homes, schools and community environments
- Positive Behaviour Support as part of your broader clinical caseload
- Collaborating with families,



support coordinators and other allied health professionals
- Providing culturally responsive, ethical and person-centred care
- Building your confidence in autonomous community practice while remaining connected to an experienced clinical team

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who's curious, motivated to learn and excited to begin their Psychology career in a supportive community setting.
You'll bring:

- Completion, or near completion, of a Master of Professional Psychology (5+1) from an Australian university
- Eligibility for provisional registration with AHPRA and the 5+1 internship pathway
- Availability to commence as soon as possible in 2026
- An interest in working across disability, mental health and community settings
- A willingness to develop skills in Positive Behaviour Support
- Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills
- Confidence travelling independently to community appointments
- A current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Relevant employment screening checks, or willingness to obtain them

Additional language skills, experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities, or an interest in culturally responsive practice are highly regarded.

Your Supported Internship Starts Here If you've completed your studies and are ready to begin your 5+1 internship, you don't need to wait for the 2027 Graduate Program.

Join Avina's Inner Sydney team in 2026 and build your Psychology career with structured supervision, meaningful community-based experience and a multidisciplinary team supporting you along the way.

Ready to take the next step? We'd love to hear from you!
Apply today or send your CV to ••••@avinatherapy.com.au.

📌 Provisional Psychologist (5+1 Internship Program) (Liverpool)
🏢 Australian Health & Therapy Group
📍 Liverpool