Clinical & Assessment Psychologist | Contractor | Darwin & Regional Outreach

Darwin - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 140 - 140

Posted on: 10-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Clinical & Assessment Psychologist Independent Contractor

Darwin-based Flexible Contract

We are seeking experienced Clinical and Assessment Psychologists to join our Darwin team as independent this role youll deliver high-quality assessments therapy (optional) and consultation services to individuals with neurodevelopmental cognitive or developmental disorders across paediatric youth and adult populations.

As part of Patches youll work alongside an established multidisciplinary teamincluding clinical psychologists paediatricians educators and allied health professionalsto provide evidence-based client-centred care. Youll enjoy the autonomy of private practice combined with the support and stability of a trusted national organisation.

Our Darwin team is welcoming supportive and motivated to support our high-performing clinicians in all aspects of their work. Opportunities also exist to provide services in schools homes and community settings across the Darwin metropolitan and regional Northern Territory areas.

Why youll love working with us

Flexible contract arrangements with full autonomy in how when and where you work

Comprehensive administrative supportbookings invoicing NDIS and Government Agency management and logistics handled for you

Strong referral pathways and a consistent client base

Multidisciplinary collaboration with paediatricians occupational therapists speech pathologists and exercise physiologists

Opportunities for regional outreach across the Northern Territory and remote communities

About Us

Patches Australia is a national leader in assessment and therapy services helping individuals and families across Australia achieve their goals live better and shine brighter. Founded in 2012 by Paediatrician and leading FASD researcher Dr James Fitzpatrick were a client-centred organisation passionate about improving access to high-quality innovative care.

Our work spans four key pillars assessment therapy aged care and education delivered by a collaborative team of paediatricians psychologists speech pathologists occupational therapists and allied health professionals. From cutting-edge VR therapy programs to outreach in some of Australias most remote communities we combine clinical expertise with creativity to deliver meaningful outcomes across the lifespan.

About You

Full registration as a Clinical or Assessment Psychologist (talk to us about your endorsement and experience)

Experience in neurodevelopmental cognitive mental health or functional capacity assessments

Culturally sensitive Trauma-informed in your practice

Working with Children Check & National Police Clearance

Skilled in working with children adolescents and/or adults

Collaborative client-centred and committed to evidence-based practice

Comfortable working independently as a contractor within a supportive multidisciplinary team

If youre ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children families and communities across the Northern Territory wed love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and cover letter to Patches Australia CEO Dr James Fitzpatrick at

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Clinical & Assessment Psychologist Independent Contractor Darwin-based Flexible Contract We are seeking experienced Clinical and Assessment Psychologists to join our Darwin team as independent this role youll deliver high-quality assessments therapy (optional) and consultation services to individ...