Provisional Psychologists

Avina

Avina is a national allied health and behaviour support organisation supporting communities across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia.

At Avina, we believe great therapy starts with supported clinicians. That’s why we’ve built a structured internship pathway designed to help Provisional Psychologists develop confidence, capability and genuine clinical experience within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

What The Internship Can Offer You

Our 12-month program is designed for graduates completing the 5+1 pathway in Australia, offering:

Full AHPRA primary and secondary supervision (no out-of-pocket costs)
Experienced supervision and leadership support
Structured onboarding and clinical ramp-up to support learning and development
Mentoring and support from Senior and Lead Psychologists
Diverse caseload opportunities across the lifespan to support AHPRA competencies
Access to professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
A collaborative MDT environment with strong peer support

We are committed to inclusive recruitment and strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities and regional applicants.

Your 12-Month Journey

Comprehensive induction including shadowing and soft skills development
Gradually increasing caseloads tailored to your interests and experience level
Regular clinical and operational supervision
Group supervision and peer reflective practice opportunities
Hands-on experience administering, scoring and interpreting assessments
Exposure to diverse presentations, populations and cross-cultural contexts
Opportunities to work across community, clinic and telehealth environments

Who We’re Looking For

Completed Master of Professional Psychology (5+1) graduates ready to complete their internship year
Strong communicators with humility, curiosity and willingness to learn
Passion for supporting people across the lifespan, particularly within disability and community settings
Clinicians committed to ethical practice and working within scope
Strong organisational and time management skills
Driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Relevant checks or willingness to obtain them

More about Avina

With a team of 400+ clinicians, we’re passionate about delivering meaningful, person-centred services that support people to build independence, confidence and quality of life.

We work across the lifespan delivering Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Dietetics and Positive Behaviour Support through community, clinic and telehealth settings.

Our Values Guide How We Work Every Day

Your Supported Internship Starts Here

If you’re looking for a supported pathway where you can learn, grow and build confidence as a clinician while making meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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