Corrections Psychologist — Rehab & Risk Evaluation

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Junee; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice seeks a psychologist at Junee Correctional Centre to conduct psychological assessments, criminogenic risk evaluations and evidence-based interventions. You'll work with a diverse client group, support rehabilitation and reduce reoffending while contributing to safer communities.

Collaborating with custodial staff and case managers, you will develop case plans and behaviour management strategies, applying ethical, evidence-based practice to improve

Qualifications

• Must be a psychologist with commitment to ethical, evidence-based practice.
• Strong clinical judgement and clear communication.
• Experience applying evidence-based interventions in complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments to inform rehabilitation and risk management.
• Perform criminogenic risk evaluations to support decision making.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions aimed at reducing reoffending.
• Collaborate with custodial staff and case managers to develop case plans.

Skills

Psychologist

Clinical judgement

Effective communication

Ethical practice

Job description

NSW Department of Communities and Justice seeks a psychologist at Junee Correctional Centre to conduct psychological assessments, criminogenic risk evaluations and evidence-based interventions. You'll work with a diverse client group, support rehabilitation and reduce reoffending while contributing to safer communities.

Collaborating with custodial staff and case managers, you will develop case plans and behaviour management strategies, applying ethical, evidence-based practice to improve