Forensic Clinician, Barwon SW Precinct: Transform Lives

Corrections Victoria; Lara; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowances

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Forensic Intervention Services (FIS) within Corrections Victoria is seeking experienced forensic clinicians across psychology, social work, mental health nursing, occupational therapy, counselling or psychotherapy. The Barwon Precinct handles complex cases across four mixed-security prisons with minimal travel between state facilities.

Successful candidates will engage in comprehensive assessments, risk-focused interviews, and evidence-based treatment programs, supported by ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Registration with the relevant Australian health board or eligibility as listed.
• Professional registrations and memberships as required by the role.
• Master’s level qualifications in psychotherapy or counselling are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk and forensic assessments as part of rehabilitation planning.
• Carry out clinical interviews to develop person-centred pathways.
• Deliver evidence-based assessment tools and treatment interventions.
• Lead individual and group treatment programs within a multidisciplinary team.
• Prepare treatment and risk assessment reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Clinical interviewing

Risk assessment

Evidence-based practice

Group facilitation

Education

General registration with Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA)

Eligibility for Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

Credentialed Mental Health Nurse with Australian College of Mental Health Nurses

Registered Occupational Therapist with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia

Master’s degree in psychotherapy with PACFA

Master’s degree in counselling with ACA or PACFA

Job description

Forensic Intervention Services (FIS) within Corrections Victoria is seeking experienced forensic clinicians across psychology, social work, mental health nursing, occupational therapy, counselling or psychotherapy. The Barwon Precinct handles complex cases across four mixed-security prisons with minimal travel between state facilities.

Successful candidates will engage in comprehensive assessments, risk-focused interviews, and evidence-based treatment programs, supported by ongoing professional