The Opportunity Are you a Registered Psychologist/Clinical Psychology Registrar/ Clinical Psychologist with a passion for your work, knowledgeable about early developmental delay and autism, experienced in working with children/families, and energised by the thought of working in the only integrated therapy and research clinic in Australia? CliniKids sits within The Kids Research Institute, providing diverse, focused therapies for children from six months to nine years, with early developmental delay or autism, and their families. Our facilities are custom-made for neurodiverse families and include creche services. The CliniKids team is made up of world-class researchers and exceptional clinicians that are passionate about putting research into practice. Established in 2019, the clinic unites research and therapy supports delivered through an integrated team of speech pathologists, occupational therapists, and clinical psychologists. Work with the world-leading CliniKids Autism Research team at The Kids Research Institute and be part of a specialised model of care that translates cutting-edge research into individualised practice. You’ll help bring new intervention findings into real-world therapy, develop specialised autism knowledge, and refine your clinical skills through researched therapy approaches and emerging frameworks. Enjoy a varied workload—individual and group work, manualised interventions, multi-disciplinary collaboration, and community-based sessions—while engaging with families, educators and other stakeholders. You’ll join a passionate, values-driven team, contribute to research activities and professional development built into your work time, and benefit from modern, well-resourced clinical spaces and your own dedicated work laptop and calendar management support Some of your key responsibilities will include: Clinical Provide evidence-based early childhood interventions in a clinic and community setting. Undertake psychological assessments as therapeutically indicated (i.e., interviews, psychometric assessments, behavioural observations). Where applicable, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to collaborate on goals, treatment plans, and clinical management. Support other disciplines in psychological matters through training and advice. Liaison with and provides education to child’s support partners (teachers, day-care, family members) in psychological matters. Demonstrate strong formulation skills and ability to explain rationale for treatment plans. Learning/Supervision/Research Keep up to date with current autism research related to diagnosis and intervention. Participate in individual and peer supervision. Bring reflective skills to peer supervision and professional development opportunities. Engage in our clinical processes to monitor, evaluate, and develop your clinical skills. Administration Maintain client records in accordance with established clinic procedures. Participates in continuous process to monitor, evaluate and develop clinician skills. Work closely with administrators who manage your diary bookings. Based in Subiaco and Joondalup, this is a full-time or part-time opportunity at 0.6 - 1 FTE for a period of 2 years, with the possibility of extension. About You This position would suit someone who possesses sound clinical skills and highly developed interpersonal and relationship building skills; has an enquiring dynamic approach to therapy, willingness to improve therapeutic skills and is inspired by new challenges. Ideally you will have: Clinical experience and passion for working with young children and families with autism or developmental delay, with strong knowledge of autism and its impact on individuals and systems. Understanding and application of evidence-based autism interventions, with sound knowledge of a range of evidence-based approaches. Demonstrated skills in psychological assessment, therapy and interview techniques. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with colleagues, clients, families and key stakeholders, with proven success engaging both teams and families in therapy. Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, upholding ethical standards, demonstrating a strong work ethic, and being flexible to work across both Subiaco and Joondalup sites Familiarity with National Guidelines for supporting autistic children in Australia. Current full AHPRA registration as a psychologist, with WWCC, Medicare provider number and NDIA provider eligibility, a valid driver’s licence, and a cleared criminal record screening. Desirable: Experience in being a keyworker/key contact for families. Experience delivering NDIS funded supports Minimum three years clinical experience in autism early intervention Board approved supervisor, Psychology Board of Australia. At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive. If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we: Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups. Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages. Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive. Partner with communities to strength cultural awareness and belonging. Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups. We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can. Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll enjoy: Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter. Salary packaging and entertainment benefits. Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events. Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning. Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities. Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance. How to apply If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section. Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact recruitment@thekids.org.au. Click here for the Job Description Contact Name: Theresa Pastor Contact Email: theresa.pastor@thekids.org.au Closing Date: 05/05/2026 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date. The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program. We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.
