At a Glance
- Tasks: Support diverse communities through psychology assessments and interventions in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Join Avina, a national allied health community with over 400 clinicians.
- Benefits: Full supervision support, professional development, and a mix of clinic and telehealth work.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to culturally responsive services.
- Why this job: Kickstart your psychology career with structured mentorship and real-world experience.
- Qualifications: Master of Professional Psychology (5+1) graduates eligible for provisional registration.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Build your Psychology career with the right support around you! Avina might be a new name, but you may already know some of our teams. Therapy Pro, Adaptability Therapy and Tashacare have come together as Avina — one national allied health and behaviour support community with 400+ clinicians across QLD, NSW, VIC and SA. We deliver Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology, Positive Behaviour Support, Physiotherapy and other allied health services across the lifespan.
About The Opportunity
At Avina, we believe great therapy starts with supported clinicians. That's why we've developed a structured internship pathway to help Provisional Psychologists build confidence, clinical capability and practical experience within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. Based from our Goulburn clinic you’ll enjoy a combination of clinic, community and telehealth-based work, supporting participants across Goulburn and surrounding areas. Our structured 12-month internship is designed for Master of Professional Psychology (5+1) graduates from Australian universities who are ready to commence their internship in 2026.
What The Internship Can Offer You
- Full AHPRA primary and secondary supervision, with no out-of-pocket supervision costs
- Structured onboarding, shadowing and a gradual clinical caseload ramp-up
- Experienced Psychology supervision, mentoring and leadership support
- Regular individual and group supervision and peer reflective practice
- Diverse clinical experience to support the development of your AHPRA competencies
- Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
- A supportive multidisciplinary team across allied health and behaviour support
- A mix of Goulburn clinic, community and telehealth-based service delivery
As part of your role, you'll also work towards registration as a Behaviour Support Practitioner, with Positive Behaviour Support forming part of your broader caseload. This provides additional exposure to disability and behaviour support practice while your primary professional development remains focused on progressing through your Psychology internship.
Your 12-Month Journey
Your caseload and responsibilities will gradually increase as your confidence and capability develop, with regular supervision and support throughout your internship.
You'll Gain Experience In
- Psychology assessment, formulation, intervention and report writing
- Working with participants across the lifespan, including people with disability and complex support needs
- Developing practical skills through shadowing, mentoring and reflective practice
- Delivering services in our Goulburn clinic, participants' homes and community settings
- Positive Behaviour Support as part of your broader clinical caseload
- Working collaboratively with participants, families, support networks and other professionals
- Multidisciplinary collaboration with clinicians across allied health and behaviour support
- Providing ethical, person-centred and culturally responsive care
Work With Diverse People and Communities
The communities we support are diverse, and we're committed to building a workforce that provides inclusive and culturally responsive services. Applicants with additional language skills, experience working across cultures or a strong interest in culturally responsive practice are particularly encouraged to apply.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for Provisional Psychologists who are curious, motivated to learn and ready to begin the next stage of their career.
- Completion, or near completion, of a Master of Professional Psychology (5+1) from an Australian university
- Eligibility for provisional registration with AHPRA and the 5+1 internship pathway
- Availability to commence as soon as possible in 2026
- A passion for supporting people across the lifespan, particularly within disability and community settings
- An openness to developing experience in Positive Behaviour Support
- Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills
- A commitment to ethical, person-centred and culturally responsive practice
- A driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle for community appointments
- Relevant employment screening checks, or willingness to obtain them
Additional language skills and experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities are highly regarded, but not essential.
Your Supported Internship Starts Here
If you've completed your studies and are ready to begin your 5+1 internship, you don't need to wait until the 2027 Graduate Program. Join our Goulburn team in 2026 and build your Psychology career with structured supervision, meaningful clinical experience and the support of a connected multidisciplinary team.
Provisional Psychologist – Goulburn employer: Avina
At Avina, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values progressive thinking and professional growth. Our team of over 400 clinicians enjoys flexible working arrangements, autonomy in their roles, and access to structured supervision and clinical support, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with psychosocial disabilities. Located in Northcote, our community-based approach allows for real connections and the opportunity to deliver person-centred care in the environments that matter most.
