Forensic Psychologist — Rehabilitation & Risk Management

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Environmental allowance

Employer's superannuation contribution

Annual leave loading

Job summary

The NSW Department of Communities and Justice invites applications for a Specialist Psychologist at the Compulsory Drug Treatment Correctional Centre (CDTCC) in NSW. You will join a dedicated team to deliver evidence-based mental health and behavioural services within a correctional setting.

As a fully registered (or provisional) psychologist, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with staff and statutory authorities on offender management.

Qualifications

• Must hold full or provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Experience delivering mental health services in custody or forensic settings preferred.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and develop treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and individual/group interventions for individuals in custody.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to provide targeted support and treatment plans.
• Offer expert consultation to staff and statutory authorities on offender management and mental health risk.
• Ensure ethical and evidence-based practices are consistently applied in all interventions.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Risk assessment

Behaviour management

Forensic psychology

Ethical practice

Education

Full registration with Psychology Board of Australia

Bachelor or higher degree in Psychology

Tools

OIMS (Offender Management System)

Staff consultation tools

Job description

The NSW Department of Communities and Justice invites applications for a Specialist Psychologist at the Compulsory Drug Treatment Correctional Centre (CDTCC) in NSW. You will join a dedicated team to deliver evidence-based mental health and behavioural services within a correctional setting.

As a fully registered (or provisional) psychologist, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with staff and statutory authorities on offender management.