Psychologist - Veterans Mental Health Services

About the role

A registered Psychologist is sought in Townsville to support veterans, their families and loved ones, helping them navigate challenges, build resilience and achieve positive outcomes. The role reports to the Clinical Lead of Psychological Services and works within a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, collaborative and compassionate environment.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and develop individualised, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Deliver, evaluate and refine therapeutic interventions tailored to clients' needs.
• Support veterans and their families through compassionate, client-centred care.
• Liaise with referring agencies, clinicians and other stakeholders in line with professional standards and legislative requirements.
• Contribute to the design, development and evaluation of psychological programs and services.
• Provide clinical advice, supervision and debriefing to colleagues and staff, and take part in regular clinical supervision.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, client records and case notes.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and help foster a safe, positive workplace culture.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Psychology and full, unconditional AHPRA registration.
• At least two years' experience as a Psychologist.
• Experience developing and implementing psychological treatment plans for veterans and their families.
• Satisfactory National Police Check and a current, valid Queensland Class C driver's licence.
• Desirable: experience delivering services to current or former Australian Defence Force members and their families, and experience in a multidisciplinary clinical or community services setting.

Required skills

• Proficiency with computers, clinical documentation and client management systems.
• Strong clinical report-writing skills and professional accountability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.