Grow your skills, your confidence, and your career - without burning out.
We are a friendly, values-driven private practice and Provisional Psychologist training hub in Horsham (Wimmera/Grampians, Western Victoria). We're expanding to meet strong community demand and are inviting applications for a 5+1 Provisional Psychologist to complete their paid internship with us - full time or part-time.
Why choose us:
- Primary supervision built in: Board-approved primary supervision is provided, with structured learning plans, observation, and case formulation and treatment coaching. A Secondary board approved supervisor is also available within the practice.
- Paid and protected development time: Built-in admin/report writing blocks, group supervision, and individual supervision time.
- Burnout-prevention caseload model: Sensible booking templates, no evenings/weekends required and active caseload monitoring.
- Choose your focus: Build a caseload aligned to your interests and preferred age groups.
- Excellent resources: Fully resourced play therapy space; comprehensive test library; in-clinic templates and training materials.
- Regional impact + lifestyle: Make a real difference in an under-serviced region close to Grampians National Park, Mt Arapiles, Little Desert NP, rivers and waterfalls—hiking, climbing, wildflowers and weekend coastal escapes (2.5 hrs).
The internship at a glance:
- Employment type: Full-time or Part-time (EFT flexible).
- Compensation: $85,855 package (incl. super) + 5 weeks paid annual leave
- Supervision: Full primary supervision by Board-Approved Supervisor.
- Learning exposure: Intake and risk assessment, CBT/ACT and other evidence-based therapies, report writing, case formulations, outcome measurement, ADHD and learning assessments, and (with support) autism assessment exposure.
- Modalities & settings: In-clinic and Telehealth; opportunities to participate in school-liaison work and group programs (e.g., social skills programs, anxiety treatment groups).
- Start date: Early 2026
What you'll be doing:
- Provide individual therapy (evidence-based, developmentally and culturally responsive).
- Complete high-quality case notes, letters and reports with supported time to do so.
- Conduct cognitive, learning and developmental assessments.
- Facilitate/co-facilitate group therapy programs
- Liaise with GPs, paediatricians, teachers, and community services.
- Participate in regular supervision, PD, and peer consultation.
Who we're looking for:
- 5+1 Provisional Psychologist (AHPRA-provisional registration by start date).
- Warm, collaborative communicator who’s keen to learn and open to feedback.
- Emerging skills in case formulation and differential diagnosis (we’ll help you grow these).
- Professional, organised, and comfortable working both independently and in a team.
- Current WWCC and Police Check (or ability to obtain).
- Permanent work rights in Australia
Extra perks:
- Five weeks paid annual leave
- Flexibility to work some admin/Telehealth from home when appropriate.
- Access to $10,000 in regional PD grants (e.g., Rural Workforce Agency Victoria—subject to their eligibility) plus our own PD support.
- You may be eligible for a Relocation & Retention Incentive
About us:
We’re a small, supportive and fun team that values kindness, thoughtful practice, and steady skill-building. You’ll be supervised by Dr Catherine de Vaus (Clinical Psychologist, Board-Approved Supervisor), and supported by senior Psychologists, practice manager, administration team and friendly and knowledgeable colleagues who want you to succeed.
If this sounds like what you are looking for, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to register your interest!
If you have any questions or would like some more information you can contact the recruitment team at ***********@rwav.com.au or call 03 9349 7***.
Rural Workforce Agency Victoria (RWAV) is a not-for-profit government-funded organisation improving health care for rural, regional, and Aboriginal communities in Victoria.