Role Status: Full-time vacancy available until 7 January 2028

Remuneration: AHP4 ($123,048 - $133,957) plus 12% superannuation

Role Details:

Our Keswick office is seeking an experienced Principal Psychologist to strengthen a high performing team of psychologists. You will apply strategic leadership to create an aligned workforce culture that upholds exemplary service standards and achieves organisational goals.

Your specialist expertise and clinical guidance will inform program and resource management and strategic planning across the department. This role is vital to securing the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through valuable therapy and healing.

Essential Qualifications:

- Master of Clinical, Forensic or Health Psychology degree or equivalent
- Psychology Board of Australia endorsement as a Clinical, Forensic or Health Psychologist or willingness to work towards clinical endorsement
- Registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National law to practice as a psychologist
- Recognised by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Board Approved Supervisor or willingness to work towards this

In this role, you will:

- Operate within a dedicated Psychological Services Leadership group to uphold exemplary service delivery
- Exercise valuable clinical supervision and line management to AHP1-3 psychologists to maintain a robust team culture
- Apply specialist child protection knowledge and evidence-based psychological assessments to evaluate clients with diverse needs
- Provide regular consultation to DCP Staff to resolve contentious and complex cases
- Employ a deep understanding of Aboriginal cultural practices to improve service delivery outcomes.

About you:

- You possess exceptional interpersonal skills when implementing psychological theory and knowledge to clients, staff and the Courts




- You have proven experience in evaluating the therapeutic needs of children and young people
- You are highly proficient in neurobiology, attachment theory, child development and recognising psychological disorders in a child protection context
- You have sound experience in case conceptualisation and clinical reasoning
- You promote cultural sensitivity and inclusivity within your workplace undertakings to create a harmonious environment for clientele.

Salary:

AHP4: $123,048 – $133,957 p.a. + 12% super

+ 4% Child Protection Allowance

+ Professional Development Allowance

+ Entitlement to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses

+ Area of Practice Endorsement allowance may apply to psychologists who hold the relevant endorsement

+ As part of DCP's Psychologist Attraction and Retention Strategy, successful applicants may be eligible for attraction and retention allowances, career progression opportunities, professional supervision and ongoing development support.

Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:

At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

- A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
- Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
- Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family




- Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
- Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
- Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
- Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family.

See our full list of benefits.

About DCP

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be secure, strong and connected.

Special Conditions:

- You must have a current Working With Children Check

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

Want to know more?

Contact Sarah Bramwell – Director Specialist Practice for a confidential discussion

Via tel: 0447 256 436 or email: [email protected]

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

To apply for this role, please click on the apply button to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications close: 22 October 2026, 11:00 PM

📌 Principal Psychologist (Keswick)
🏢 Department For Child Protection
📍 Keswick