About the Role

We have full and part-time opportunities for dynamic, organised and experienced Board-Approved Supervisors to be part of our Provisional Psychology Academy. Board Approved Supervisors play a crucial role in providing primary and secondary Board-approved supervision, tailored training, and professional development for provisional psychologists pursuing a career in the disability sector.

The Board-Approved Supervisor will be accountable for:

• Providing primary and secondary (group) supervision to provisional psychologists undertaking the 5+1 internship
• Developing and delivering training workshops and professional development activities to the provisional psychologists enrolled in the Provisional Psychology Academy
• Contributing to the development of processes and procedures related to strong clinical governance.

The Provisional Psychology Academy  

The Provisional Psychology Academy provides a robust internship opportunity for provisional psychologists to pursue a career at the intersection of disability and mental health. The Academy includes an integrated program of Board-Approved supervision, tailored training and professional development activities, and opportunities for psychological practice across mental health settings, age groups, and in a range of geographic locations.

About You

In this role, you will have: 

• Current registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
• At least 5 years’ experience as a psychologist since completing a psychology internship or post-Masters degree.
• Relevant clinical experience providing psychological services to children, adolescents, and families of people with developmental and psychosocial disabilities including autism.
• Demonstrated experience providing supervision to clinical staff and postgraduate students, including provisional psychologists undertaking either the 4+2 or 5+1 internship
• A commitment to educating and developing future generations of psychologists.
• A passion for developing a workforce skilled in providing high-quality and evidence based psychological services to people with developmental and psychosocial disabilities and their families.
• A commitment to strive for excellence to maintain high standards of psychological care.
• High standards of professional and ethical conduct, and integrity in all interactions.
• A commitment to cultural respect, sensitivity and fairness, and value and embrace diversity.

To join our team you will be required to complete required clearances including an NDIS Workers Check.

Benefits

There are many benefits to working at the Association. Here are just a few. 

• Collaboration: Work in a collaborative team where everyone's ideas are valued, and success is achieved together!
• Training: Receive training and development to equip you with valuable skills and keep you up to date on the latest evidence-based practices.
• Positive Impact: Your role will help develop individuals, creating positive outcomes for both the Provisional Psychologist and the people they support.
• Financial benefits: Save on everyday expenses with unique access to discounts with Westpac, Medibank, and other major brands and retailers.
• Salary packaging: up to $15,900 per annum + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases!

About Us

The Autism Association is one of Australia’s largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to upholding our values on equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and workplace culture – a place where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. We strive to make our roles and workplace accessible to people with disability and culturally appropriate to individuals of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait background.

Apply Now

To apply, click “Apply Now” below to upload your resume and cover letter. Please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting may occur prior to this date.

Please contact Kate Cameron at [email protected] using the subject line: Board-Approved Supervisor - Provisional Psychology Academy enquiry via EthicalJobs if you have any question.

The Autism Association of WA is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.

No agency referrals will be accepted at this time.