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Clinical Psychologist roles in Adelaide, SA sit within steady demand across most disciplines. Community mental health and nursing roles are most active. The compact size of the sector means competition for senior clinical roles can be significant. clinical psychologist positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.
Clinical Psychologists have completed at minimum a masters-level qualification in clinical psychology accredited by APAC, plus a period of supervised practice. Their clinical endorsement allows them to assess and treat a broader range of conditions than general psychologists, and they attract a higher Medicare rebate under the Better Access scheme.
SA Health delivers mental health services through Central Adelaide LHN, Northern Adelaide LHN, and Southern Adelaide LHN, each with community mental health teams and inpatient facilities. The Older Persons Mental Health Service and Forensic Mental Health Service are significant specialist employers in the state.
Typical salary
$100k – $155k AUD
Higher Medicare rebate (currently $137.05 per standard session) makes private practice highly viable. Public sector Band 7–8 positions in most states.
Registration
AHPRA registration with Clinical Psychology endorsement required.
Qualifications typically required
- APAC-accredited Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
- Supervised practice hours completed
- AHPRA registration with Clinical endorsement
- Medicare provider number for private practice
Key employers in Adelaide, SA
- SA Health
- Central Adelaide LHN
- Northern Adelaide LHN
- Southern Adelaide LHN
- Neami National
- Uniting SA
- headspace
- ACIS (Acute Crisis Intervention Service)