Psychologist (Internship)

Child Matters | Teen Matters is looking for a dedicated and motivated provisional psychologist to join our thriving allied health practice. Accommodation options available

2025 graduates are encouraged to apply early for start in 2026.

We are a small multidisciplinary service that has operated for the past 15 years in Busselton. We focus on assessment and therapy for autistic children and teens as well as children and teens with developmental and mental health concerns. We also provide assessment and therapy for children and teens with anxiety, depression or other mental health problems.

Child Matters | Teen Matters is based in the beautiful beach-side town of Busselton, Western Australia and has a well established reputation for providing excellence in service from dedicated professionals. We provide services to families from the greater South West area and offer clinic, home and school based services. We have a flexible workplace with the ability to do some work from home. All our clinicians live locally.

Child Matters |Teen Matters works hard for our clients. We go above and beyond with our care and service in an effort to support families and help facilitate real and lasting change. We provide individualised therapy programmes for children and targeted family support. We also conduct autism diagnostic assessments and other psychometric and mental health assessments. Provisional psychologists will be trained to deliver both assessments and therapy programmes.

Child Matters | Teen Matters has a vibrant and supportive team who make the workplace enjoyable. We are a family friendly practice. Our premise is recently refurbished with beautifully designed and furnished consulting rooms, ample outdoor space, sensory gym, gardens and resident chickens and visiting dogs.

We offer a flexible work environment but ideally candidate will be available for full time work. For 5+1 internships, you will have other interns as well as registered psychologists to work alongside and assist you to learn the role and to meet the requirements of AHPRA. We have three board approved supervisors on site. We are experienced in guiding interns and new graduates to develop and thrive in a supportive environment.

A genuine interest in and experience with children is essential. Additional training can be provided.

Supervision is available onsite for provisional psychologists on a 5 +1 pathway. Supervision costs are included. Felicity is a highly respected and experienced supervisor.

Essential criteria are:

5 year (minimum) psychology degree

Experience / demonstrated interest working with autistic children / teens

Awareness of evidence-based interventions

Committed to ongoing professional development

Ability to cover a broad range of presenting issues

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

High reliability and strong time management skills

Autonomous with a strong work ethic

Ability to work effectively as a part of a team

Before starting the role must have:

Professional Indemnity Insurance

Roadworthy vehicle & drivers license

Working with Children Clearance

NDIS worker clearance

What we offer:

Competitive rates (this is a paid internship position with supervision costs factored into salary)

Comfortable and enjoyable working environment

Professional development allowance

Flexible working hours

Administrative support

On-line diary and secure messaging

Collegial support and supervision

To apply, please provide a cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the position and addressing criteria along with a recent resume that reflects your professional experience to Felicity: Please also address your ability to relocate for the role if applicable. If you wish to discuss the role, please email Felicity to organise a phone discussion.

Accommodation options (salary packaged) may be available.

Applications Close October 16, 2025

Early applications encouraged: Suitable candidates will be interviewed as applications are reviewed, so position may be filled before end date.

Start date: flexible for the right candidate.

Part time options considered.

Find out more about us at our website:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person