Please note this advertisement has been updated 21/05/2026.

The Department of Communities brings together the services and functions of disability services, child protection and family support, community initiatives and regional services reform.

Communities is a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program. The program defines best practice standards by creating a carer friendly workplace, enabling staff to balance work and care, while continuing to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals, families and the community.

The Opportunity
We are currently seeking to strengthen our team of Psychologists through a Pool recruitment. In this role you will provide trauma informed and culturally responsive clinical services that promote the recovery, healing, and wellbeing of children in their Out of Home Care environment. Approximately half of your role will involving providing clinical advice and referral with the balance comprising counselling and therapy to children in care and providing support and guidance their carers. We currently have permanent and fixed-term vacancies south of the river in our Armadale, Cannington, Fremantle offices, and a permanency vacancy in the Pilbara with the option of living and working in the Pilbara or servicing this region fly-in-fly out based in Head Office Fremantle or possibly our Perth Office. Join us and work in a role where you can make a real difference to the lives of children, families, individuals and communities throughout Western Australia.

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Gary Lindsay, Clinical Psychologist - Specialised Clinical Services, on 0407 424 214.

There are currently several fixed term and permanent positions available for immediate filling.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 6 months across the Department of Communities. 

For Psychologist Roles:

Psychologist (Provisional) Operational Officer Qualified Level 1: Tertiary degree qualification in Psychology or equivalent approved by the Psychology Board of Australia, eligible for 'Provisional Registration' on the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) register of Psychologists and eligible for one of the following:

·         To commence or continue an approved Psychology Board of Australia internship pathway to achieve general registration or;

·         To work in addition to University placements, in compliance with the Psychology Board of Australia policy, whilst completing the higher degree pathway to achieve general registration, i.e., completing an accredited postgraduate degree of two or more years duration (two-year Master’s Degree or Doctorate Degree).

Psychologist Operational Officer Qualified Level 2: Tertiary degree qualification in Psychology approved by the Psychology Board of Australia AND 'General Registration' as a Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Psychologist Operational Officer Qualified 3: A 2-year post graduate masters degree in Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychology or approved equivalent, eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, and specialist endorsement with AHPRA as a Clincal, Counselling, or Forensic Psychologist.

Join the Department of Communities
WA Government Jobs | Psychologist (Provisional) or Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist (including Registrar)

Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1.      A cover letter detailing the following:

·         Citizenship or residency status

·         Qualifications completed when and where

·         Current AHPRA registration and endorsement status

·         Work location(s) you’re available to be appointed to

·         If available to work regionally, availability to relocate and/or travel regionally approximately one week per month.

·         Confirmation of valid WA Drivers License or other Drivers License

·         Ability or otherwise to attend an interview in person at our Head Office in Fremantle 5 Newman Court Fremantle Tuesday 16 June (preferred) or Friday 19 June 2026.

2.      A current resume/CV.

3.      A maximum 2 page written application with examples where appropriate, addressing the Essential Work Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as follows:

·         Psychologist (Provisional) Level 1 position: criteria 1, 2, 5

·         Psychologist Level 2 position:criteria 1, 4, 5

·         Psychologist Level 3 (Endorsed) position: criteria 1, 3, 5

4.      A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).

5.      A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).

6.      An application form (for hard copy applications only).

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Margia Munoz, Human Resources Advisor on 0466 171 398 or via email on [email protected].

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.  

Equity and Diversity

Communities welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Margia at [email protected] and via phone 0466 171 398.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.

WA Government Jobs | Psychologist (Provisional) or Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist (including Registrar)