Senior Clinician, Youth Justice & Adolescent Therapy

Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria; Victoria; On-site; AUD 129,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsorship of professional membership

Conference representation at events

Relocation allowance ($10k)

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking a senior clinician to lead a dedicated team delivering trauma-informed clinical care to justice-involved young people across community offices and custodial facilities.

This role focuses on evidence-informed practice, team development, regular training, travel between precincts, and opportunities to influence positive outcomes while receiving sponsorship for professional membership and conference representation.

Qualifications

• Professional clinical background and experience managing teams.
• Experience in forensic assessment and intervention.
• Registered or professionally recognised in one of the listed disciplines.
• Ability to travel between custodial precincts and community centres.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in providing therapeutic intervention to young people with complex needs.
• Develop a strong team culture with peer support and collaboration.
• Participate in regular training, with one learning day per month.
• Travel between custodial precincts and community centres as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Forensic assessment

Clinical supervision

Mental health knowledge

Education

Professional registration or membership in psychology, mental health nursing, social work or occupational therapy

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria is seeking a senior clinician to lead a dedicated team delivering trauma-informed clinical care to justice-involved young people across community offices and custodial facilities.

This role focuses on evidence-informed practice, team development, regular training, travel between precincts, and opportunities to influence positive outcomes while receiving sponsorship for professional membership and conference representation.