You’re not just chasing a job. You’re chasing impact, influence, and a life that lights you up. Maybe you’re stepping into private practice for the first time. Maybe you’ve been stuck in a role that doesn’t reflect your worth or you’re fed up with red tape getting in the way of real therapeutic impact. Either way, you know you’re meant for more—and you’re ready to claim it.

Ready for something better? Keep reading.

You’re a senior psychologist with the experience, insight, and charisma to lead. You want recognition for your expertise, power to shape your path, and the freedom to enjoy the lifestyle you’ve earned. You’re driven by purpose, but you also value pleasure—whether that’s a thriving caseload, a supportive team, or the joy of meaningful work.

You’re clinically sharp, scientifically curious, and always expanding your scope. You believe in evidence-based practice, but you also know that human connection is the heart of healing. You’re generous with your time, collaborative by nature, and committed to making a difference—for your clients, your colleagues, and your community.

You want affiliation: a team that feels like home. You want security: a role that’s stable, respected, and future-focused. You want money: because your skills deserve to be rewarded. And you want to be part of a business that sees you—not just as another practitioner, but as a leader, a contributor, and a catalyst for growth.

If that sounds like you, then this isn’t just another opportunity. It’s the one you’ve been waiting for.

Job Purpose

We’re on the lookout for a passionate, personable, and clinically competent Senior Psychologist to join our thriving private practice. In this senior role, you’ll not only deliver exceptional client care—you’ll also provide expert clinical guidance to colleagues, support the expansion of services, contribute to policy and strategic direction of clinical services, and play a key role in the ongoing growth and evolution of the practice.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Deliver high-quality psychological services across a diverse caseload including therapy, assessments, and group work

Apply a range of therapeutic modalities tailored to client needs with strong clinical formulations and rationale for practice

Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior team members.

Contribute to service development, policy refinement, and strategic planning in relation to clinical services

Collaborate with a supportive team and engage in peer and individual supervision; with opportunities to lead these session

Maintain ethical standards and contribute to a psychologically safe workplace

Manage your own timetable and caseload with flexibility and autonomy

Participate in ongoing professional development

Contribute to a culture of learning and excellence by providing training to staff

You Will Enjoy or Benefit From

Competitive salary commensurate with experience + super

Diverse clinical work - Referrals matched to your experience and clinical strengths

Generous training budget for CPD

Flexibility and control over your timetable, with work from home opportunities

Free birthday leave! So we can show our appreciation

Grow with top performers in the field

Full transparency and support to reach your goals

A team and Clinical Director who understand the psychosocial hazards of our profession and actively work to mitigate them

A skilled admin team and use of AI tools that enable you to work smarter, not harder, with streamlined systems

A supportive, fun, and collaborative environment where your contributions are valued

Social events, and our Christmas parties? Legendary! Think costumes, competition, and chaos – in the best way!

To Be Successful, You Must Have the Following

Full registration as a psychologist with AHPRA, with clinical endorsement, practicing for a min of 10 years

Medicare and SIRA registration or eligibility

Board approved supervisor status

Demonstrated clinical competence across a range of therapeutic modalities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

A growth mindset—open to feedback, learning, and expanding your scope

Initiative, adaptability, intuition and a collaborative spirit

A genuine passion for private practice and client care

Interest in contributing to service development

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step?

Send us your resume, cover letter, as well as a short video of yourself answering these five questions:

What inspired you to become a clinical psychologist?

What are your key strengths?

What can you bring to the Lighthouse team?

What drives you in your work?

Why does our practice need you?

📧 Email your application to Veronica Cook 📞 Or call 0404 982 805 to express your interest or ask any questions. Applicants who do not follow the ‘how to apply’ steps will not be considered.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Prove it. We’re not your average clinic—and this isn’t your average job.