Youth Justice Psychologist – Clinical & Forensic

The Australian Psychological Society Limited; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Psychological Society Limited invites applications for General Registered, Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to work within Western Australia’s Youth Justice services. Roles include assessment, intervention, and consultation in custody and community settings.

Opportunities span permanent and fixed-term contracts, with potential travel across WA and involvement with Indigenous communities. AHPRA registration and Registrar pathway eligibility are essential.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a tertiary qualification in psychology in line with AHPRA.
• Hold Full Registration with AHPRA.
• Be eligible to commence the Registrar program as Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist.
• For Some positions: Full Registration with endorsement as Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist is required.
• Alternative: a psychology degree with General Registration and Australia-wide eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and intervention for youth in detention and community.
• Conduct forensic assessments and consultations across custody and community sites.
• Apply evidence-based frameworks to reduce offending and improve trajectories.
• Deliver through-care interventions for youth entering and exiting custody.

Education

AHPRA alignment

Full AHPRA Registration

Registrar program eligibility

General Registration alternative

Specified Calling Level 3 endorsement

Job description

The Australian Psychological Society Limited invites applications for General Registered, Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to work within Western Australia’s Youth Justice services. Roles include assessment, intervention, and consultation in custody and community settings.

Opportunities span permanent and fixed-term contracts, with potential travel across WA and involvement with Indigenous communities. AHPRA registration and Registrar pathway eligibility are essential.