Psychologist

Are you a passionate Psychologist looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique  Primary healthcare setting  with no Medicare Billing?

We’re looking for  Part-time Psychologists who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality care to Defence members.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary - low acuity in a secure ADF setting
• Quality patient centred care - longer appointments, no Medicare Billing and dedicated admin time
• Work-life balance - predictable hours
• Civilian Role - be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
• Progress your learning - Paid CPD leave, reservist/volunteer leave
• Practical Perks - Free on-site parking and uniforms provided
• Wellbeing support - Mental health resources and lifestyle discounts

About Lavarack Health Centre
Lavarack Health Centre is located in Townsville at Lavarack Barracks, the largest Army base in Australia.  It includes the Operational Deployment Force and facilities to undertake mission rehearsal exercises prior to deployment.  The facility provides primary medical, underwater medical, surgical outpatient, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health, and pharmaceutical care to approximately 8000 members.  It also operates a 24/7 inpatient low dependency ward. The standard operating hours of the centre are generally 0700-1630 Monday – Friday

What you’ll do

• Working Monday, Tuesday and Friday 0730 to 1630 onsite delivering high-quality mental health care to Defence members
• Conducting fitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care.
• Undertaking assessments, interventions, formulating treatment and care plans for individuals and group education sessions
• Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment where patient wellness is paramount

What you bring

• Unrestricted AHPRA general registration as a Psychologist
• Minimum two years’ Post Graduate experience within last five years in mental health within a Primary Healthcare Setting or Specialist Mental Health Setting
• Comprehensive assessment skills and experience in ‘Focussed Psychological Strategies’ and ‘Psychological Therapy’ as per Medicare Schedule
• Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
• Australian Citizenship required for Baseline Security Clearance
• Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care

Who we are

Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.

Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.