Clinical Psychologist

Psychologist / Psychologist / Clinical Registrar (Hybrid)

BE PART OF A GROWING MOVEMENT AND TRANSFORM MENTAL HEALTHCARE WITH US

The Calming Suite Psychology Has Been Successfully Operating for Five Years Now as a Small Boutique Private Practice Run by Dr Alissa Knight. We Opened the Doors to Our Brand-New Larger Holistic Centre in March 2024, and Even in Such a Short Space of Time, it has Excelled Past all Our Expectations and Growing Rapidly. We were absolutely beyond excited to be Named a Finalist in the Health Improvement Category for the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards, selected from over 3000 nominations, Which Our Whole Team Attended the Awards Ceremony at the Star in Sydney August 2024.

WHY THE CALMING SUITE?

At the Calming Suite Psychology Centre, we are Built off the Ethos of Being More than Simply Part of the Healthcare System. We are Actively Here to Revolutionise it. Our Mission is to Challenge the Status Quo and Pioneer a New Kind of Allied Healthcare System. One that Is Deeply Person-Centred, Vibrantly Empowering and Compassionate-Based, Embodies Modernity, Inclusivity, Innovativeness, Compassion, And Is Neurodiversity-Affirming. We hear the Voices of those Struggling, and Bridge the Gap Between Research and Clinical Practice to Create Meaningful, Transformative Change for Youth, Adults, Families, and Communities in a Holistic, Multi-Modal Therapeutic Approach, which Offers Clients A Chance to Heal The 'Whole' Person in an individualised therapeutic manner. Our Team Enjoys the Opportunity to Flourish Individually, but also be Amongst the Gorgeous Team Culture we have Flowing every day in our Private Practice Boutique. We are often Involved in Exciting Team Endeavours that Allows us to be Actively Engaged in One-One-One Therapy, Group Therapy, Going to Schools and Presenting Workshops and Seminars, Travelling Interstate to Conferences and Collaboratively Building Networks and Mind-Body Holistic Care that Fosters Individual and Team Development. If you are Driven by Purpose, Passion, Excitement, and Want to Be a Psychologist who is Part of Something Bigger, The Calming Suite Psychology Is Where You Belong.

ARE YOU THE NEXT VISIONARY PSYCHOLOGIST?

Due to Our Growth and Rapid Demand, we are Searching for Another Stand Out Psychologist to come join our Team who Believes in a Holistic and Collaborative Approach to Mental Health and Psychology, and is Committed to Providing Trauma-Informed, Calm, Safe, and Judgement Free Psychotherapeutic Care that is Centred Around Clients' Lived Experience and Building Rapport and Trust. Someone who Exudes in Compassion, Integrity, Diversity, Modernity, but most Importantly has Exceptional Rapport Building Skills from a Foundation of Empathetic Understanding of what They are Going Through.

ABOUT THE JOB

This Role Offers You an Exciting and Versatile Position Based in a Rapidly Growing Private Practice in The Beauty Surrounds of Clarence Park in Adelaide. The Calming Suite Psychology Has Been Carefully Created with Both Our Clinicians and Clients Wellbeing in Mind. We Have Invested so much time and Effort into Building a Brand-New Clinic Space for Clients and Staff that is Infused with the Ultimate Sense of Serenity. We want you to feel respected and appreciated for your valued efforts as part of our team, and that comes from the moment you walk in the front door of your workspace every day, and what you are surrounded by.

This position may be ideal for Newer Psychologists Moving To Private Practice For The First Time. We will Offer a Supported Pathway into Your Professional Career with Experienced Guidance to allow you confidence As You Grow More in Autonomy and Develop into the Psychologist You Want to Be. It also might be a wonderful fresh start or opportunity for a more experienced psychologist who is looking for the next chapter in their career that offers a bit more Cutting-Edge, Innovation, and Vibrant Energy and would like to evolve their practice with a wider variation of therapies and mind-body modalities.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

We Have 1 Current Salary Position (0.6 Part Time ~ 3 days) Available, Predominately on Site but Working from Home Can Also Be an Option for the Right Candidate. We Are Looking for Either a Clinical Psychologist, Registered Psychologist, or a Psychologist Wishing to Complete Their Clinical Endorsement in The Registrar Program with Full Endorsement With AHPRA. This Role Comes with Exceptional Administrative Support and A Client Case Load Ready to Go. Clients Will Always Be Matched Based on Your Skill Level, Preference and Experience. We will work with you in terms of how many clients you feel comfortable seeing, and ensure you feel confident, happy and burnout free.

COMPLIMENTARY IN-HOUSE INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP SUPERVISION

We Offer Psychologists Who Are Embarking on Their Clinical Registrar Program, With Up To 80 Hours of Individual Clinical Supervision and 33 hours of Group Supervision Free of Charge to Help You Continue Building Your Skills and Competencies. We have two AHPRA Board Approved Clinical Supervisors on our Team.

OUR CLIENTS

The Calming Suite Psychology is a Boutique Clinic with a Specialised Niche in helping Children, Teens, Young and Older Adults who are Neurodivergent (ASD and ADHD), and also with Eating Disorders, Body Image, and Disordered Eating, Complex Trauma, Anxiety, School Issues, Relationship/Family Issues, Depression, Stress, Depression, Perfectionism, Perinatal, OCD, Phobias, Grief, Sports/Dance Performance, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).

We also offer Psychotherapy (both one-on-one and group) for both male and females in a wide range of other presentations, so we can certainly offer a mixed case load, and tailor clients to your speciality and interest area.

BUILD YOUR CAREER, YOUR WAY

We Recognise that Career Satisfaction Looks Very Different on Everyone. As such, we work with our Staff to Design a Role for them Which Aligns with their Passions and Aspirations. Whether you are an Early Career Psychologist, Just Stepped out of University, or an Experienced Clinician, maybe a Driven Leader Looking for New Opportunities such as Working in the Media, Presenting at Schools or at Conferences, Travelling Interstate with us, we have a Place For you.

By Joining Our Team, You Will Have the Opportunity to Work Alongside Dr Alissa Knight as the Director, Supervisor, and also an Exceptional Team of (Eight) Friendly, inclusive, Fellow Clinical Psychologists, Psychologists, Dietitians & Front Desk Administrator Who are also Committed to Doing Work That Is Meaningful and That Makes an Impact Our Clients. Everyone on Our team works together, we all have each other's back. We are quite a younger, vibrant team, but exude in dedication, commitment to innovation, clinical learning and change.

WHAT YOU WILL IDEALLY HAVE:

• Full AHPRA Registration as a General Psychologist, Or Endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist
• A Masters or Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology or A Completed 4+2 Or 5 + 1 General Psychologist with Clinical Experience
• Eligibility For Provider Number Registration with Medicare
• Current WWC And a Recent Police Check
• Experience (or desire) to work with teens, young adults with eating disorders and/or disordered eating, Body Image Issues, BPD, trauma, Neurodivergence (ASD & ADHD).
• Confidence supporting young people and families
• Strong communication skills and clinical judgment
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A vibrant personality, and someone who has strong rapport building skills
• A desire to be part of a team culture and the wider community.
• A willingness to step outside of just the private practice setting and consider travel opportunities with us, being involved in school presentations, conferences and other community events.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CALMING SUITE PSYCHOLOGY

To get a better sense of who we are, please feel so welcome to check out Dr Alissa Knight's Instagram page (@australianpsychologistalissa) and visit our website:

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Competitive Earnings, Reflective of Your Clinical Experience.
• A Steady Stream of Suitable Referrals
• Administrative Support That Is Warm and Supportive
• A Beautiful Bespoke Office Space That Has Been Freshly Built with Day-Spa Features and Tranquil Décor
• Flexible Working Conditions with Many Paid Lunches and Team Bonding Events
• Regular Individual Mentoring and Case Discussions in Team Meetings
• Variety Of Caseloads to Grow Your Professional Skills and Experience.
• Existing Referral Base and Immediate Case Load.
• Payment Towards Your Ongoing Professional Development and Further Training In Various Psychotherapies Such As: Schema Therapy, Trauma-Based Therapies, EMDR, DBT, ACT, CBT-E, Somatic-Based Therapies (Further Details Given At Interview Stage)

HAVE ANY QUESTIONS?

Feel Welcome to Reach out to Alissa for More Information About This Unique opportunity at:

READY TO APPLY

If you already feel ready to apply, feel so welcome to send your application directly to Alissa at: and type the words "PSYCHOLOGIST Application 2025" in the subject line. Please include a cover letter and also attach your CV.

We look forward to welcoming you to Incredible Calming Suite family