Psychologist roles in Melbourne, VIC sit within post-Royal Commission investment has created strong demand, particularly in community mental health, crisis services, and the lived experience workforce. Outer metropolitan areas offer above-award incentives in some services. psychologist positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Psychologists in Australia work across a wide range of settings — from public mental health services and hospitals to private practice, schools, and community organisations. They provide psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed care.

Victoria's mental health system underwent significant reform following the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System, with substantial investment in community-based services, lived experience workforce, and prevention. Melbourne sits at the centre of this transformation — new mental health and wellbeing services, Local Adult and Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (LAOMHWS), and expanded crisis services are actively recruiting.

Typical salary

$85k – $130k AUD

Private practice and specialist endorsements attract higher rates. Medicare provider numbers increase earning potential significantly.

Registration

AHPRA registration as a Psychologist is required. A Medicare provider number is needed for private practice billing.

Qualifications typically required

Four-year APAC-accredited undergraduate psychology degree
Two-year supervised practice (4+2 pathway) or accredited postgraduate degree
Current AHPRA registration
Specialist endorsement (Clinical, Forensic, Health etc.) for senior roles

Key employers in Melbourne, VIC

Alfred Health
Melbourne Health (NorthWestern Mental Health)
Eastern Health
Orygen
Peninsula Health
headspace
Mind Australia
EACH
cohealth

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