Senior Clinician & Youth Behaviour Support Lead

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Malmsbury; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Malmsbury leads a specialist team focused on supporting young people with complex needs. The role combines calm leadership with clear direction to guide staff in challenging situations.

You will oversee psychosocial programs, supervise staff development and provide expert advice on behaviour management, while collaborating with nearby facilities to ensure consistent care and growth for clients.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams supporting complex client groups.
• Strong skills in supervision and staff development.
• Knowledge of trauma, offending behaviour, substance use and mental health issues.
• Ability to stay calm and make decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team delivering psychosocial programs and behaviour support.
• Oversee individualised intervention plans that respond to young people's needs.
• Provide high-quality supervision, coaching and professional development for staff.
• Support unit staff to build confidence using positive behaviour strategies.
• Give expert advice on complex behaviour management and rehabilitation matters.
• Work flexibly and provide input for our other facilities at Parkville and Cherry Creek.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff supervision

Behaviour support

Trauma-informed care

Clinical collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology/social work/youth work

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Malmsbury leads a specialist team focused on supporting young people with complex needs. The role combines calm leadership with clear direction to guide staff in challenging situations.

You will oversee psychosocial programs, supervise staff development and provide expert advice on behaviour management, while collaborating with nearby facilities to ensure consistent care and growth for clients.