Forensic Psychologist: Court Reports & Risk Assessments

The Australian Psychological Society Limited; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Psychological Society Limited is seeking Clinical Counselling Forensic Psychologists for a recruitment pool to fill multiple permanent opportunities across Western Australia. Roles involve psychological interventions for high-risk offenders, court report writing, risk assessments, and liaison with staff in community and custody settings.

Applicants must hold an accredited Masters, Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychology and be registered with the

Qualifications

• Accredited Masters, Doctorate or equivalent degree in Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychology.
• General registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Endorsement in Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological intervention to high-risk offenders (violent, sexual, extremism).
• Contribute to court report writing and risk of reoffending assessments.
• Offer consultation and liaison support to staff managing offenders in community and custody.
• Perform forensic assessment services in custody or community settings.
• Support evidence in court as needed.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Forensic psychology

Counselling psychology

Education

Masters or Doctorate in Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychology

Job description

The Australian Psychological Society Limited is seeking Clinical Counselling Forensic Psychologists for a recruitment pool to fill multiple permanent opportunities across Western Australia. Roles involve psychological interventions for high-risk offenders, court report writing, risk assessments, and liaison with staff in community and custody settings.

Applicants must hold an accredited Masters, Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychology and be registered with the