Forensic Clinician — Impactful, Evidence-Based Interventions

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Geelong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialised induction program for new

Exposure to national and international

Mental health and wellbeing care

Supervision by senior clinical staff

Ongoing professional development

Leadership Forum and Conference

Professional association membership or

relocation allowances for eligible

Job summary

Forensic Intervention Services (FIS) in Lara, Barwon South West, seeks experienced forensic clinicians to deliver evidence-based interventions within a multidisciplinary team. Roles involve clinical assessments, interviews, and rehabilitation planning in a correctional setting and community contexts.

Applicants should hold relevant registrations (psychology, nursing, OT) or master’s qualifications in psychotherapy or counselling, with eligibility for professional associations.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for psychology registration (AHPRA) or equivalents.
• Eligibility for AASW membership.
• Credentialed mental health nurse or OT registration.
• Masters degree in psychotherapy or counselling with PACFA/ACA.
• Clinical experience in multidisciplinary teams is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based forensic interventions in a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct comprehensive risk and needs assessments.
• Develop person-centred rehabilitation pathways.
• Deliver individual and group treatment programs.
• Prepare treatment and risk assessment reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Risk assessment

Clinical interviews

Evidence-based practice

Education

General psychology registration (AHPRA)

AASW membership

Mental health nursing registration

Occupational therapy registration

Master’s in psychotherapy (PACFA)

Master’s in counselling (ACA or PACFA)

Job description

Forensic Intervention Services (FIS) in Lara, Barwon South West, seeks experienced forensic clinicians to deliver evidence-based interventions within a multidisciplinary team. Roles involve clinical assessments, interviews, and rehabilitation planning in a correctional setting and community contexts.

Applicants should hold relevant registrations (psychology, nursing, OT) or master’s qualifications in psychotherapy or counselling, with eligibility for professional associations.