Psychologist jobs in Goulburn, NSW

Psychologist work in Goulburn, NSW

Psychologist roles in Goulburn, NSW sit within consistent demand for community mental health and nursing roles. Strong connection to Canberra workforce. Agricultural mental health is a distinct service need. NDIS sector growing. COORDINARE PHN commissions services across the region. psychologist positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Psychologists in Australia work across a wide range of settings — from public mental health services and hospitals to private practice, schools, and community organisations. They provide psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed care.

Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSWLHD) delivers public mental health services across the Southern Tablelands, Far South Coast, and Snowy Mountains regions, with Goulburn Base Hospital serving as the mental health hub for the northern part of the district. Community mental health teams based in Goulburn provide outreach to surrounding towns including Crookwell, Yass, and the Tablelands communities.

Qualifications typically required

• Four-year APAC-accredited undergraduate psychology degree
• Two-year supervised practice (4+2 pathway) or accredited postgraduate degree
• Current AHPRA registration
• Specialist endorsement (Clinical, Forensic, Health etc.) for senior roles

Key employers in Goulburn, NSW

• Southern NSW Local Health District
• Goulburn Base Hospital
• COORDINARE (South Eastern NSW PHN)
• Uniting (NSW)
• CatholicCare
• EACH
• Mission Australia