Senior Psychologist

Northern Territory Government; Alice Springs, Darwin; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks recreational leave

3 weeks personal leave

17.5% annual leave loading

Negotiable flexible work arrangements

Job summary

The Northern Territory Government is seeking a Senior Psychologist in Rehabilitation and Reintegration, Clinical Rehabilitation. You will support a team delivering offence-related, evidence-based programs within a custodial setting and supervise staff and trainees.

Requirements include unconditional AHPRA registration, postgraduate qualifications in Forensic or Clinical Psychology, and experience with high-risk offenders.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA (unconditional) and eligibility for APS membership.
• Strong experience assessing and treating high-risk sexual and violent offenders.
• Expertise in criminogenic risk assessment and psychological interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialised psychological assessments, treatment, and risk evaluations for high-risk offenders.
• Lead the development and delivery of offence-specific therapeutic programs and training packages.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentoring to psychologists, staff, and trainees.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of clinical policies, frameworks, and program manuals.
• Collaborate with correctional staff, sentencing authorities, and external stakeholders.
• Support and lead research initiatives to improve rehabilitation outcomes.
• Help build culturally appropriate programs and strengthen service delivery across diverse populations.

Skills

Registration AHPRA

High-risk offender work

Criminogenic risk assessment

Clinical supervision

Program development

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Forensic/Clinical Psychology

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Forensic or Clinical Psychology

Job description

Senior Professional Officer 1 - Remuneration Package Range $155,793 - $173,832

(including salary $132,408 - $147,919)

Rehabilitation and Reintegration, Clinical Rehabilitation

Two ongoing vacancies are available, one in Alice Springs and one in Darwin

The Department of Corrections (DOC) plays an important role in keeping our communities safe by helping break the cycle of crime, reduce reoffending and improve the lives of offenders through education, training and employment opportunities.

Under the newly developed Rehabilitation and Reintegration (R&R) Framework the Clinical Rehabilitation team requires senior psychologists to support our team of psychologists, social workers and Aboriginal Program Facilitators to deliver offence related intensive treatment programs. This role plays a critical part in reducing re-offending and improving community safety through supporting the delivery of evidence-based rehabilitation programs within a custodial environment.

In this influential role, you will work with complex and high-risk offenders, delivering evidence-based interventions while contributing to innovative, culturally responsive rehabilitation programs—particularly for Aboriginal people in the correctional system. This is a unique opportunity to advance your clinical and leadership capabilities in a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.

About the role

As a Senior Psychologist, you will:

• Deliver specialised psychological assessments, treatment, and risk evaluations for high-risk offenders
• Lead the development and delivery of offence-specific therapeutic programs and training packages
• Provide clinical supervision and mentoring to psychologists, staff, and trainees
• Contribute to the design and implementation of clinical policies, frameworks, and program manuals
• Collaborate with correctional staff, sentencing authorities, and external stakeholders
• Support and lead research initiatives to improve rehabilitation outcomes
• Help build culturally appropriate programs and strengthen service delivery across diverse populations

Why This Role Matters

Every day, your work will help break cycles of offending, support rehabilitation, and build safer communities across the Northern Territory.

In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary package including 6 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, negotiable flexible work arrangements, supervision, and an opportunity to experience the uniqueness of living in the Northern Territory.

What you’ll bring

• Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA (unconditional) and eligibility for APS membership
• Strong experience assessing and treating high-risk sexual and violent offenders
• Expertise in criminogenic risk assessment and psychological interventions
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and deliver clinical training
• Experience in program development, evaluation, and evidence-based practice
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse populations, particularly Aboriginal communities
• Willingness to travel (including remote locations) and work flexibly
• Postgraduate qualifications or endorsement in Forensic or Clinical Psychology

The Northern Territory

If you reside interstate, this a great time to consider moving to the Territory and experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in Darwin. Enjoy an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes, tropical sunsets and spectacular lightening displays. Darwin’s rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a great place to live, work and play.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Hayley O’Brien on 08 8928 7345 or [e-mail]

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