Region – Psychologist –  Kapooka Health Centre – Full Time

RAAF Base, Kapooka, NSW, Kapooka Healthcare

Are you a passionate Psychologist looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique Primary healthcare setting with no Medicare Billing?

We’re looking for Psychologists who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality care to Defence members.

What’s on offer

Competitive salary - low acuity in a secure ADF setting
Quality patient centred care - longer appointments, no Medicare Billing and dedicated admin time
Work-life balance - predictable hours
Civilian Role - be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
Progress your learning - Paid CPD leave, reservist/volunteer leave
Practical Perks - Free on-site parking and uniforms provided
Wellbeing support - Mental health resources and lifestyle discounts

About Kapooka Health Centre

Kapooka Health Centre & Clinic are approximately 10 minutes outside of Wagga Wagga within the Kapooka Military area located at Blamey Barracks. All soldiers in the Army complete Basic Training here, known as the “Home of the Soldier”. These health facilities support the Army Recruit Training Centre (ARTC). It has a 50-bed low dependency ward which operates 24/7. Services provided include primary medical, nursing, dental, mental health, pharmaceutical and physiotherapy. Health Centre staff may be required to work across Wagga & Kapooka. Standard hours of operation are generally 0700-1600 Monday to Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts).

This role is primarily Monday to Friday (day shift) within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. After-hours, weekend and on-call shifts may be required depending on role requirements and base location.

What you’ll do

Deliver high-quality mental health care to Defence members
Conducting fitness-for-duty assessments and pre/post-deployment care.
Undertaking assessments, interventions, formulating treatment and care plans for individuals and group education sessions
Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment where patient wellness is paramount
What you bring

Unrestricted AHPRA general registration as a Psychologist
Minimum two years’ Post Graduate experience within last five years in mental health within a Primary Healthcare Setting or Specialist Mental Health Setting
Comprehensive assessment skills and experience in ‘Focussed Psychological Strategies’ and ‘Psychological Therapy’ as per Medicare Schedule
Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
Australian Citizenship required for Baseline Security Clearance
Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient-centred care

Who we are

Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.

Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.