About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 25 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.

Working With Us

Make a difference every day in a values-led organisation.

We’re more than just a workplace—we’re a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion and employee wellbeing:

• Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
• Employer of Choice awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
• Supportive culture that encourages diversity, wellbeing, and work-life balance.

What We Offer

At Act for Kids, our people are the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to offer:

• Extra leave, including wellbeing days, parental, study, exam, and pet leave.
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
• Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
• Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
• Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.

About the Position

We are excited to welcome a Psychologist to our Integrated Therapy Services in Melbourne! Join a supportive, multi-disciplinary team working to improve outcomes for children in Broadmeadows and the surrounding areas. Provide trauma-informed psychological care to children and families, helping them heal and thrive through evidence-based interventions.

• Level 6 SCHCADS Award.
• Salary range: $110,110 - $114,984 + Superannuation.
• Full-time permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing an outstanding therapeutic service to children, young people and their families in the Broadmeadows area.
• Provide trauma-informed psychological assessments and interventions as part of an integrated team.
• Maintain a client case load as negotiated with the Clinical Services Manager.
• Encouraging and strengthening supportive relationships with adult caregivers.
• Work with Act for Kids team members, other professionals and agencies to enhance client outcomes.

A position description is attached.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, current registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA, and membership of the Australian Psychological Society (desirable).
• At least two (2) years’ experience working with children, young people and their families who have been impacted by trauma or experienced abuse and neglect, or at least two years’ experience working in similar roles.
• Experience providing individual and group therapy to children, young people and their families.
• Clinical and therapeutic understanding of the impacts of trauma on child and family functioning.
• Knowledge of current trauma treatment trends and child protection legislation and policy reforms.

Other Requirements

• Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Legal ability to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required).

How to Apply

Click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Applications will be reviewed as received. Please include:

• A resume.
• A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities of the role.

We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.

If you require any adjustments or support to participate in the recruitment process equitably, we encourage you to reach out to the contact person below. Your information will be treated confidentially.

Contact: Maddy Casey 0447 952 113 or [email protected] using the subject line: Psychologist - Melbourne enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.