Registered Psychologist - Children and Families
16 February 2026
Armadale WA 6112, Australia
$120,000 - $130,000 + Super + Salary Sacrifice
Full Time - 38
Full Time or Part Time
You will deliver trauma-informed assessments and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for children and young people in Out-of-Home Care (OOHC). While a large portion of your caseload will be children and young people in OOHC, PAHS also supports children, young people and families with a range of trauma-related, developmental, behavioural and mental-health needs.
Working collaboratively with carers, case managers, and stakeholders, you will develop and implement care plans within a multidisciplinary team. The role includes providing consultation and psychoeducation, maintaining high-quality child-safe clinical documentation, and contributing to service development, continuous improvement, and culturally safe, inclusive practice.
Responsibilities:
You'll provide psychological support to children and young people experiencing:
Trauma-related needs
Mental health issues
Disability
Behaviours of Concern
Family dysfunction or breakdown
Multiple and interrelated issues (e.g., involvement with youth justice, homelessness, disengagement from school)
Requirements:
Registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) and eligible to practise in WA.
Experience (or strong interest) in child and adolescent trauma, OOHC, and complex presentations and a minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role.
Skilled in trauma-informed care and able to engage children and families from diverse backgrounds.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Hold a current Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance (or able to obtain).
Current WA driver's licence and ability to travel between Midland and Armadale.
Benefits:
A professional and supportive work environment surrounded by a passionate and committed specialist team.
Access to supervision and professional development opportunities
EAP Service with Wellness resources
Salary Packaging of up to $15,900
Vehicle available for travel during business hours