Psychologist (Subcontractor) – Paediatrics Neurodiverse Playhouse | Brisbane, QLD
Some children don’t need fixing.
They need spaces where they feel safe enough to be fully themselves.
At Neurodiverse Playhouse, we are creating those spaces.
We are looking for a warm, neuroaffirming Psychologist to join our growing multidisciplinary team in Brisbane.
This is a unique opportunity to work within a child-led, play-based environment that values connection, nervous system safety, emotional regulation, and authentic relationships over compliance-based models of care.
Our clients include neurodivergent children and adolescents navigating challenges such as anxiety, school refusal, emotional regulation difficulties, sensory differences, burnout, self-esteem challenges, social connection difficulties, and trauma experiences including bullying.
We are seeking a psychologist who:
- Values neurodiversity-affirming practice
- Builds relationships before expectations
- Understands nervous system regulation and child development
- Enjoys collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
- Wants flexibility and autonomy in their work
- Feels passionate about supporting children and families in meaningful, compassionate ways
About the Role
- Flexible subcontractor role
- Work across our Brisbane locations including Spring Hill and Banyo
- Clinic-based paediatric caseload
- Opportunity to work with children, adolescents, and parents
- Strong referral pathways and growing demand
- Opportunities for group programs and collaborative care
- Full administration support provided
Our Team
You will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Exercise Physiologists, and Podiatrists who share a deeply child-centred and neuroaffirming philosophy.
We value collaboration, curiosity, creativity, and genuine care.
This is a clinic where:
- Children are not expected to mask to belong
- Therapy is relationship-first
- Regulation matters
- Play is respected as communication
- Clinicians are supported to work authentically
Essential Requirements
- General or Clinical Psychologist registration with AHPRA
- Medicare provider number (or ability to obtain one)
- ABN and professional indemnity insurance
- Experience working with children and adolescents
- Passion for neuroaffirming, family-centred care
Desirable
- Experience supporting neurodivergent children
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practice
- Interest in school refusal, anxiety, emotional regulation, and burnout
- Experience working collaboratively with allied health professionals
If you’re looking for a role where you can slow down, connect deeply, and support children in ways that genuinely honour who they are, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your resume and a short cover letter introducing yourself and sharing why this role resonates with you.
Pay: $66,766.13 – $140,565.58 per year
Work Location: In person
