[Hiring] Psychology Internship Supervisor @MQ Health

Role Description

Provide AHPRA-compliant supervision, assessment training and placement support to Provisional Psychologist Interns completing the 5+1 internship with MindSpot Academy.

As a Psychology Internship Supervisor, you will deliver AHPRA-compliant supervision and assessment-focused training that builds intern capability and confidence, while supporting the coordination of internship placements and the continuous improvement of MindSpot's internship systems.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Providing AHPRA-compliant clinical supervision (Principal and/or Secondary, individual and/or group) and training that targets the learning objectives and core competencies of the 5+1 internship.
• Supervising and training interns in the administration, interpretation and reporting of psychology assessments, including diagnostic, cognitive and memory assessments.
• Supporting internship placements, including induction, reporting, offboarding and coordination with universities, education providers and other healthcare providers.
• Completing regular assessment of Provisional Psychologist skills against the Core Competencies through observation of clinical work and documentation, and providing learner-focused feedback and development plans.
• Contributing to the development, implementation and review of MindSpot's 5+1 internship training, supervision systems, workshops and supervision evaluation processes.
• Providing internship-related consultation to internal and external stakeholders, and informal mentoring to MindSpot staff in areas of expertise.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in psychology and current registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), with Board-approved eligibility to principally supervise 5+1 interns.
• Demonstrated expertise in the supervision and training of psychology assessments, inclusive of diagnostic, cognitive and memory assessments. Experience with autism assessment is highly regarded.
• At least five years' clinical experience delivering evidence-based, person-centred mental health interventions and psychology assessments across diverse populations, treatment modalities and levels of clinical acuity.
• A minimum of two years' experience delivering supervision in accordance with AHPRA requirements to Provisional Psychologists undertaking an internship pathway.
• Proven ability to engage and develop supervisee psychologists through diverse supervisory approaches that foster clinical skill development and reflective practice, supported by effective formative feedback and review processes.
• High-level knowledge and practical application of the 5+1 Internship Guidelines, Supervision Guidelines, Code of Conduct for Psychologists and the Core Competencies for Psychologists, together with a commitment to the continuous development of supervision skills, including participation in Supervision of Supervision.

Requirements

• Two positions available: one full-time and one part-time (0.8 FTE, four days per week).
• Fixed-term until 30 June 2028, with the possibility of contract renewal, commencing January 2027.
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus 12% superannuation and access to comprehensive salary packaging via Maxxia.
• Fully remote position with a laptop provided, applications welcomed from candidates across Australia.

Benefits

• Work within Australia's only university-owned, academically integrated health precinct.
• Professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged.
• Drive innovation in healthcare and transform patient outcomes.

How To Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter (no longer than two pages) outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are seeking the full-time or part-time (0.8) position, or would consider either.

Applications Close: Sunday, 8th November 2026, 11:59pm AEDT

**Please note that interviews may commence prior to the closing date**

**We reserve the right to progress or not proceed with applications prior to the closing date, and to close the advertisement early if required**

**This position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights. Applications are welcomed from candidates across Australia**

Role Specific Enquiries

Dr Emma Ruddock, Clinical Learning and Development Manager, at [email protected]

General Enquiries

Bill Egarchos, Talent Acquisition Consultant, at [email protected]

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to Macquarie University Health.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account.

A Place Where You Belong

At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community.