Psychologist / Senior Psychologist
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- Location: North Melbourne or Dandenong
- Ongoing, Part-time – 0.4 – 0.6 FTE
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We are seeking a Psychologist or Senior Psychologist in our Cairnmillar Clinics. The purpose of the position is to provide person-centred, evidence-based and feedback informed psychology services to the clients of The Cairnmillar Institute, while supporting the development of emerging practitioners through clinical supervision and mentoring.
About the Cairnmillar Institute:
The Cairnmillar Institute is a not-for-profit registered health promotion charity that has been providing high-quality professional education and accessible psychological services to promote the psychological well-being of the community for nearly 60 years.
Cairnmillar is now one of the largest trainers of postgraduate psychologists and counsellors in Australia. We offer an excellent range of clinic services, postgraduate programs in psychology and counselling, and short courses and professional development for the broader community.
The role:
The role is responsible for ensuring high-quality and ethical delivery of services in the clinics.
- Conduct a clinical caseload across many of the clinical programs
- Support the provisional psychologists and counselling students placed at our internal clinics.
- Provide input into the development of clinical services
- Attend clinic meetings and planning sessions
- Participate in Peer Consultation and contribute to internal professional development
- Participate in projects requiring clinical input as they occur
- Promote the clinical services and strengthen collaborative links between referral sources.
- Provide input into the development of clinical services.
- Supervise and mentor students on placement in the Cairnmillar Clinics
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Knowledge and Skills
- Competence in core psychology skills and developing competence in therapeutic practice
- Ability to build strong rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Capacity to work independently as well as part of a team
- Strong interpersonal skills
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Please refer to the Position Descriptions:
– Psychologist
– Senior Psychologist
for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
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Application closing date: June 12th, 2026
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For further information, please contact Dr Archana Kaur, Director of Clinical Services at:Ìýarchana.kaur@cairnmillar.org.au.
A Police Check and Working with Children Check will be required from the successful applicant as a condition of employment.
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How to apply?
Attach your CV and a short statement outlining your interest, relevant skills, and experience via seek. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Why join Cairnmillar:
- Supportive work environment.
- A fun collaborative team focussed on professional development with continual on-the-job learning
- Open door policy and a genuine focus on wellbeing
- A purpose-driven culture where respect, inclusion and diversity are priority,
- salary packaging options
Cairnmillar values diversity, inclusion and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
The Cairnmillar Institute promotes the following values: collaboration, compassion, integrity, professionalism and respect and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times.ÌýCairnmillar is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce that reflects the community it serves.
