Psychologist/Specialist Psychologist

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

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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

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Department/Agency: Corrective Services NSW

Location: Parklea, NSW, AU, 2768

Transform Lives at Compulsory Drug Treatment Correctional Centre (CDTCC)

Location – Compulsory Drug Treatment Correctional Centre (CDTCC)

Employment type – Ongoing Full Time

Plus environmental allowance, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

Are you afully registered or provisional psychologistlooking for a meaningful career where your expertise can drive real change? The Compulsory Drug Treatment Correctional Centre (CDTCC) provides a unique opportunity for psychologists to support rehabilitation in a structured, progressive program that helps offenders break free from the cycle of drug-related crime. Join a dedicated team committed to evidence-based interventions and ethical forensic psychology in an innovative correctional setting.

Why Choose CDTCC?

• Specialised Rehabilitation Approach – Work in a one-of-a-kind facility where offenders progress through secure detention, semi-secure detention, and community custody under the NSW Drug Court's direction.
• Diverse & Impactful Casework – Provide targeted psychological assessments, therapy, and risk management to help individuals overcome addiction and reintegrate into society.
• Supportive & Collaborative Team – Work alongside a multidisciplinary team committed to reducing reoffending through structured treatment, intervention strategies, and behaviour change programs.
• Professional Growth – Enhance your skills in forensic psychology, trauma-informed care, and addiction treatment while working in an innovative correctional environment .

Make a real difference—empower change and transform lives at CDTCC.

What Join Us?

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• Job Security – ongoing government employment with competitive salary and benefits.
• Training and Careers development opportunities – internal training, mentoring and certification pathways
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

Your role

As a psychologist, you will:

• Conduct psychological assessments and individual and group-based 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.
• Ensure ethical and evidence-based practices are consistently applied in all interventions.

What you'll do

• Facilitate group-based CBT and DBT therapeutic programs.
• Deliver psychological assessments and interventions to individuals in custody.
• Provide expert consultation to staff regarding offender mental health and risk management (including sexual and violent offender assessment).
• Assist in the formulation of behaviour management plans and case plans for those in custody, as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation on the Offender Integrated. Management System (OIMS) and psychology files for all individuals receiving psychological services.
• May prepare reports and provide consultation to statutory authorities, including the State Parole Authority, Serious Offenders Review Council, and Mental Health Review Tribunal.

What we’re looking for

• A dedicated and ethical psychologist who is passionate about delivering high-quality mental health and behavioural services.
• Experience in mental health, cognitive impairment, risk assessment, and behaviour management in complex environments.
• Understanding of contemporary correctional principles and evidence-based intervention strategies.
• Full registration (or provisional registration) with the Psychology Board of Australia
• Current driver's license and willingness to travel throughout NSW.

Candidates applying for the Specialist Psychologist role must also meet the additional capabilities and experience as outlined in the Crown Employees Psychologists Award . Click here to view the criteria.

Applications close

Sunday 8 November 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.

If you've got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Rosie Matamaki on 9765 3235 or via [e-mail]

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.