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Senior Professional Officer 1 - Remuneration Package Range $147,587 - $164,681 (including salary $126,030 - $140,7+5)
Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs – Clients Services
Darwin
Several ongoing vacancies are available
Are you a psychologist who is passionate about providing services with a focus on supporting students?
About the team:
Be part of a multidisciplinary allied health and special education professional team creating positive change and strengthening the link between wellbeing, inclusion and engagement to support our kids.
About the role:
Senior Psychologists work and provide professional leadership in a Multi-Tiered System of Support framework and utilise psychological expertise in education to build capacity of educators to facilitate access, participation and to maximise educational outcomes for students.
Consultation, comprehensive assessment, treatment planning and short-term therapeutic interventions are provided to students with complex and challenging behaviour concerns that are having a direct impact on educational outcomes.
To be successful you will need a degree in psychology and registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
What you’ll get in return:
Attractive salary package + 6 weeks recreational leave, 3 weeks personal leave and recreational leave loading allowance.
Study and professional learning opportunities to develop your career and professional practice.
Work with a dynamic multidisciplinary team including social workers, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists and speech pathologists.
Real opportunities for long term employment and career progression with the Northern Territory Government.
Relocation allowance for suitable intrastate and interstate candidates for ongoing positions.
Flexible work arrangements can be negotiated.
Attraction and retention incentives based on certain conditions and eligibility.
Corporate-based conditions apply to this position. The applicant must hold or be able to obtain a Working with Children Notice Clearance and an NT driver’s licence. Visits to remote schools may necessitate travel by four-wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads or light aircraft and include overnight stays in remote communities of up to four days. Four-wheel drive training will be provided by the NT Department of Education.
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For further information about this vacancy please contact: Jessica Nowak, Director Client Services on 04++ 7+0 424 or [email protected]
Quote vacancy number: 32020
Closing date: 01/0+/2026
Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Jobsearch
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $147,587.00 – $164,681.00 per year
Work Location: In person
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
Senior Professional Officer 1 - Remuneration Package Range $147,587 - $164,681 (including salary $126,030 - $140,7+5)
Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs – Clients Services
Darwin
Several ongoing vacancies are available
Are you a psychologist who is passionate about providing services with a focus on supporting students?
About the team:
Be part of a multidisciplinary allied health and special education professional team creating positive change and strengthening the link between wellbeing, inclusion and engagement to support our kids.
About the role:
Senior Psychologists work and provide professional leadership in a Multi-Tiered System of Support framework and utilise psychological expertise in education to build capacity of educators to facilitate access, participation and to maximise educational outcomes for students.
Consultation, comprehensive assessment, treatment planning and short-term therapeutic interventions are provided to students with complex and challenging behaviour concerns that are having a direct impact on educational outcomes.
To be successful you will need a degree in psychology and registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
What you’ll get in return:
Attractive salary package + 6 weeks recreational leave, 3 weeks personal leave and recreational leave loading allowance.
Study and professional learning opportunities to develop your career and professional practice.
Work with a dynamic multidisciplinary team including social workers, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists and speech pathologists.
Real opportunities for long term employment and career progression with the Northern Territory Government.
Relocation allowance for suitable intrastate and interstate candidates for ongoing positions.
Flexible work arrangements can be negotiated.
Attraction and retention incentives based on certain conditions and eligibility.
Corporate-based conditions apply to this position. The applicant must hold or be able to obtain a Working with Children Notice Clearance and an NT driver’s licence. Visits to remote schools may necessitate travel by four-wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads or light aircraft and include overnight stays in remote communities of up to four days. Four-wheel drive training will be provided by the NT Department of Education.
About us: Wellbeing and Inclusion | Join the Territory
Discover Camille’s story (Psychologist, East Arnhem):
Camille Totterdell | Join the Territory
Explore the Territory: Join the Territory
For further information about this vacancy please contact: Jessica Nowak, Director Client Services on 04++ 7+0 424 or [email protected]
Quote vacancy number: 32020
Closing date: 01/0+/2026
Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Jobsearch
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $147,587.00 – $164,681.00 per year
Work Location: In person
You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Psychologist position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Darwin offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
