Registered Psychologist - school-based role

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.



At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, where we seek to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.

• $81K - $122K pa FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop
• Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
• School-based role (3 days a week), with an option to work additional days in the community

Once you've met one person on the autism spectrum, you've met one person on the autism spectrum. This is career diversity on a whole new level!

Our trusted Aspect Therapy team aim to support and empower individuals on the spectrum and their families/support network to bring about meaningful change based on functional goals. This role is currently based at the school and works closely with the Learning Support Team to achieve the best outcomes for students at Aspect South Coast School. We work in partnership with the student and their teachers and families to identify strengths, areas of need & build collaborative programs to support their education. Pre-purchased annual leave is available and will be considered for candidates who may prefer to only work school terms.

What you bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in psychology
• Fully registered with AHPRA
• Current driver’s licence, use of own vehicle for business purposes (reimbursed per km) and willingness to travel from your base at Aspect South Coast School to local satellite classes
• NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
• Working with Children Check for paid employment for the state you reside in
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You’  certificate. If you have not already completed the free module, click here to access it.
• You may be required to provide an international police clearance

Click here to view the position profile.

What we offer:

• $81K - $122,000K pa FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop
• Salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
• A comprehensive and tailored graduate/ induction program
• A strong individualised support and supervision structure so you know we have your back
• Permanent contracts
• Leave entitlements including paid parental leave, generous sick/carer's leave to support your wellbeing
• Practical internal and external professional development opportunities to keep you at the top of your game
• Internal, yearly National Conference for ongoing career development and networking
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training to extend your knowledge and skills
• Discounted membership to fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Access to a wide range of discounts through Blue Light Card on everyday purchases

To apply: Click on the "I'm Interested" button and attach your resume (not compulsory) and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. We do not accept CV's directly via email.  Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration step level.  

Applications closing: 

Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.

Please note that we are not accepting resumes from recruitment agencies for this role. 

Enquiries should be directed to: Judy Zhao, [email protected], 0490 839 491

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.

Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au