Psychologist / Provisional Psychologist in Port Macquarie

Inhouse Provisional Psychologist Program: As a Provisional Psychologist, understanding the pathway to General Registration can be overwhelming, which is why Pinnacle Rehab have carefully designed a tailored psychological internship program to support you on your registration journey, whether you are currently completing your Masters studies and looking to work in the psychological field (AWOP) or have entered into your internship year (5+1). Within the Psychological Division you will be exposed to the key learning objectives of psychological practice, board approved supervision, professional development and understanding the assessment tasks which will prepare you for the National Psychology Exam.

About Us: Pinnacle Rehab is an award-winning workplace rehab provider, with the goal of achieving quality recovery and return-to-work outcomes for individuals who have been injured at work. Our dedicated consultants support these individuals to regain their confidence and independence. Our people are at the forefront of the business, we are committed to staff development and training. The collaborative team culture, extensive induction and onboarding into the business will support you to build a solid foundation into the industry of occupational rehab.

The Opportunity: Due to growth across the business and our expanding Psych Division we currently have a new opportunity for a Master of Psychology Graduate or experienced Rehabilitation Counsellor looking for more exposure to complex psych claims to join our Team! Full induction, training, and buddy system provided to set you up for success. Including weekly and monthly team meetings targeted at developing your exposure to different psychometrics assessments and interventions.

In your new role you will manage a portfolio of clients with a psychological injury, creating and monitoring rehabilitation plans which aim to gradually return your clients back to work. You will develop the skills needed to conduct motivational interviews with clients as well as influencing stakeholders to achieve the best possible outcomes for your clients.

Looking after a client portfolio, your day will include:

• Completing initial psychological assessments which will provide a comprehensive look into an injured worker's biopsychosocial barriers.
• Providing a tailored intervention approach to recovery and developing appropriate return to work plans.
• Conducting vocational assessments, rehabilitation and vocational counselling and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Providing support through recommendations for community assistance or additional support through the insurer.
• Working within a multi-disciplinary team to provide complex stakeholder management to support the recovery of an injured worker.
• Documenting case notes as part of reporting and compliance requirements, applying your clinical judgement to support and guide your clients to a safe return to work goal.

What is on offer:

• Excellent remuneration on offer plus achievable bonus.
• All travel reimbursed at $1.01 per km, including tolls and parking expenses.
• Structured induction and onboarding with buddy system, including ongoing weekly and monthly team meetings to support your learning.
• Professional development opportunities – internal training programs for leadership and management.
• Latest technology with laptop and iPhone provided.
• Regular seasonal social events throughout the year.
• Annual Christmas party.
• Opportunity to participate in our Emerging Leaders Program for career development opportunities.

Your Wellbeing our Heartbeat - Our employee benefits program:

• Wellbeing Support - Employee Assistance Programs, health insurance packages, gym partnership.
• Employee Connection - Social entertainment budgets.
• Life Balance - Unplug agreement, flexible working arrangements.
• Paid Parental Leave - entitlements to support your growing family.
• Learning and Development - Group supervision sessions, quarterly formal professional development and monthly bites and insights.

About You:

• General Registration with AHPRA or ASORC.
• Tertiary degree as a Psychology (Hons) or Masters in Psychology.
• Car and valid Driver’s license.
• Police check or willingness to obtain a police check prior to commencement.
• Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Pinnacle Rehab is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, cultural or linguistic background, religion, disability, personal identity, veteran status, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Applications close on 16th November 2026.