Psychologist

Job Req ID:  310829

Posting Start Date:  2 Jul 2026

Location: 

Campbell, ACT, AU, 2612

Contract Type:  Part Time

Job Advertisement: 

ACT– Psychologist – ACT Health Centre 

ACT, Campbell, ACT Healthcare   

Are you a passionate Psychologist looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique Primary healthcare setting with no Medicare Billing?   

We’re looking for Psychologists who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality care to Defence members.  

What’s on offer  

• Competitive salary - low acuity in a secure ADF setting

• Quality patient centred care - longer appointments, no Medicare Billing and dedicated admin time

• Work-life balance - predictable hours

• Civilian Role - be part of the mission without wearing the uniform

• Progress your learning - Paid CPD leave, reservist/volunteer leave

• Practical Perks - Free on-site parking and uniforms provided

• Wellbeing support - Mental health resources and lifestyle discounts

ShapeAbout ACT Health Centre  

Home to the Department of Defence Headquarters, Airforce Headquarters and Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) which is a tri-service military academy.  The Health Centre opened mid-2022 and is a large facility.  It services approximately 7000 military personnel, including trainee officers from both ADFA and Royal Military College.  There is a 24-bed low dependency ward which operates 24/7.  Services provided include primary medical, aviation & underwater medical, nursing, dental, mental health, pharmaceutical and physiotherapy. Defence Force Recruitment for medical officers is in addition to health centre roles.  Standard hours of operation are generally 0800-1600 Monday to Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts). 

This role is Monday, Thursday and Fridays, we may have some flexibility in days.

What you’ll do  

• Deliver high-quality mental health care to Defence members

• Conducting fitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care.

• Undertaking assessments, interventions, formulating treatment and care plans for individuals and group education sessions

• Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment where patient wellness is paramount

What you bring  

• Unrestricted AHPRA general registration as a Psychologist

• Minimum two years’ Post Graduate experience within last five years in mental health within a Primary Healthcare Setting or Specialist Mental Health Setting

• Comprehensive assessment skills and experience in ‘Focussed Psychological Strategies’ and ‘Psychological Therapy’ as per Medicare Schedule

• Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)

• Australian Citizenship required for Baseline Security Clearance

• Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care

Who we are  

Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.  

  
Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.  

  
Shape  

Interested? Contact Krista Lucre Krista.Lucre@serco-ap.com for a confidential chat. 
Apply now.  

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