Lead Psychologist

Are you an experienced psychologist who is passionate about supporting children, young people and families from culturally diverse backgrounds?

SSI is looking for a Lead Psychologist to provide clinical leadership, supervision and support within our Multicultural Child and Family Program. This is a meaningful opportunity to lead a small team of psychologists, support trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice, and help strengthen outcomes for children, young people, carers and families.

At SSI, we deliver life-changing human and social services across a diverse Australia. With community at the heart of everything we do, our purpose is to create a world where everyone has access to equal opportunities.

About the role

You will lead and support two psychologists working within SSI’s Multicultural Child and Family Program. You will provide clinical guidance, supervision and trauma-informed support, while also contributing directly to psychological assessment and intervention for children and young people when required.

You will work closely with case managers, carers, families, senior leaders and external stakeholders to support safe, high-quality and culturally responsive practice.

This role offers flexibility to work either full-time or part-time and can be based in Sydney or Brisbane, with hybrid working arrangements available.

Key responsibilities

• Provide leadership, supervision and support to psychologists within the program.
• Deliver culturally appropriate psychological assessments and interventions for children and young people.
• Support carers, families and case managers through consultation and behaviour support planning.
• Provide trauma-informed guidance across complex presentations, including mental health, trauma and family violence.
• Contribute to professional development for psychologists, case workers, carers and staff.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards, child safety requirements and relevant legislation.
• Attend quality, safeguarding and senior leadership meetings and provide reports as required.

About you

This is a unique opportunity to use your clinical leadership skills in a purpose-driven organisation committed to social justice, inclusion and meaningful community impact.

You’ll be joining a collaborative, values-led team that is passionate about supporting children, families and communities to thrive.

You are a registered psychologist with strong clinical experience and a genuine commitment to culturally responsive, child-centred practice.

You will bring the following:

• Current registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
• Board Approved Supervisor status.
• Postgraduate training or significant experience working with children and families.
• Experience delivering clinical services across diverse program areas and populations.
• Experience working with CALD communities and/or Out of Home Care programs.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice, child protection and risk reporting.
• Ability to provide clinical supervision, guidance and support to a small team.
• Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in multicultural family services and/or NDIS services will be highly regarded.

If you are a values-led clinical leader who is passionate about supporting children, young people and families through culturally responsive and trauma-informed practice, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

Settlement Services International (SSI Group) is a community-based organisation and social business that supports newcomers and Australians to achieve their full potential. Taking an integrated approach how everyone can thrive within the community in which they live and the wider Australian society, we support children, young people and families; people living with disability; and asylum seekers, refugees and migrants. Our programs include facilitating employment, multicultural foster care, creating community engagement, advocacy, and influencing government and international affairs and provide though leadership within our sector nationally and globally.

About our Benefits

• Salary packaging options to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay!
• Industry leading hybrid and flexible working arrangement supporting work from home and office, including the opportunity of a 9-day fortnight
• Access to in-house training and learning opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Working alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our communities.

About our Recruitment Process

SSI Group is strongly committed to actively safeguarding children and young people and providing a safe environment for them to thrive. We ensure children and young people’s safety, and wellbeing is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of everyone at SSI, whether they interact directly or indirectly with children and young people. All employees will undergo a National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check as a condition of employment. All staff who work on, support, or manage Queensland child-related work must hold a Blue Card, even if they are not based in Queensland.

Our commitment to Diversity

SSI strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 13th October 2026

If you would like more information on the recruitment process, please contact the talent acquisition team at *****************

A recruitment pool may be created for permanent and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available in the future.

SSI is a Disability Confident Recruiter, and our Talent Acquisition team can assist in providing alternative formats to apply, making adjustments to the recruitment process, (including the application form), and offering information about workplace adjustments and support networks. Should you require adjustments please email us at *****************

Please note we will be scheduling interviews as applications come in, so please apply urgently if you believe this role aligns with your goals and experience.