Clinical Psychologist jobs in Brisbane, QLD
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Clinical Psychologist work in Brisbane, QLD
Clinical Psychologist roles in Brisbane, QLD sit within strong demand driven by population growth and NDIS expansion. Outer metropolitan areas (Logan, Ipswich, Moreton Bay) have particularly high need and active recruitment. 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.
Queensland Health operates mental health services through its Hospital and Health Services (HHSs), with Metro North HHS and Metro South HHS covering the greater Brisbane metropolitan area. Both operate large community mental health services, acute inpatient units, and specialist services across disciplines. Queensland has also invested significantly in peer support and lived experience roles in recent years.
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 Brisbane, QLD
- Queensland Health
- Metro North HHS
- Metro South HHS
- Lives Lived Well
- Micah Projects
- Wesley Mission Queensland
- headspace
- EACH
- Richmond Fellowship Queensland