At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct assessments and provide therapy for children and adolescents in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join Shire Child Psychology, a respected practice dedicated to mental health for young clients.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, spacious office space, and administrative support while focusing on clinical work.
- Other info: Collaborate with a team of professionals and build strong relationships with clients.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents while enjoying a fulfilling career.
- Qualifications: AHPRA registration and 3+ years of clinical experience with children and adolescents required.
The predicted salary is between 170 - 170 $ per hour.
Location: Caringbah, Sydney South
Contract Type: Independent Contractor
Compensation: $155- up to $170 / hour.
About Us:
Shire Child Psychology is a respected private practice focused on providing high-quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where young clients can receive the care they need to thrive.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Psychologist to join our practice as an independent contractor. The successful candidate will work exclusively with children, adolescents and their caregivers, offering a range of assessments, therapy/intervention, and support to help them overcome emotional, developmental, behavioural, and psychological challenges. As a contractor, you will have the flexibility to set your own schedule while benefiting from the reputation and steady referral flow of an established practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations for children and adolescents.
- Develop and implement individualised treatment plans tailored to each client’s needs.
- Provide individual, group, and or family therapy sessions.
- Address a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, behavioural concerns, trauma, social skill difficulties and low self-esteem.
- Experience in supporting children and adolescents with Autism, including PDA profiles, ADHD, Downs Syndrome, Anxiety and/or Depression, ODD, Specific Learning Disorders, Developmental Delays and or Intellectual Developmental Disorder.
- Collaborate with parents, educators, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintain detailed and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Participate in team meetings or case consultations as needed.
Requirements:
- AHPRA Registration as a Registered Psychologist.
- 3+ years clinical experience working with children and adolescents post registration.
- Proven experience working with children and adolescents in a clinical setting.
- Medicare provider number, or ability to obtain one.
- Strong knowledge of child development and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.
- Values evidence-based, neuroaffirming and developmentally appropriate practice.
- Enjoys collaborating with families, schools and other health professionals.
- Is warm, approachable and able to build strong relationships with children and adolescents.
- Public liability and Professional indemnity insurance (required for all contractors).
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours and the ability to set your own schedule.
- Access to spacious, warm and inviting office space, administrative support, and client referrals.
- Opportunities to collaborate with a team of professionals, including board approved supervisors.
- Support in maintaining and building a client base.
- Freedom to focus on clinical work without the burden of managing a practice.
Application Deadline: 5th November 2026
Registered Psychologist – Child & Adolescent in Sydney employer: Shire Child Psychology
Shire Child Psychology is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and collaborative environment for Registered Psychologists focused on child and adolescent mental health. Located in Caringbah, Sydney South, our practice provides flexible working hours, administrative support, and a steady flow of client referrals, allowing you to concentrate on delivering high-quality care while enjoying professional growth opportunities within a supportive team of experts.
