Aire - Psychologist Grade 2

3 weeks ago

Melton, Australia Forensicare Full time
Job Opportunity: Forensic Psychologist

Position Type: Full-Time ongoing

Culture: A caring environment with support for interstate relocation

A career in the forensic mental health sector is diverse, challenging, and rewarding. At Forensicare, you'll be part of a supportive team making a real difference for individuals facing the dual stigma of mental illness and offending. We value curiosity and understanding of our consumers' and carers' unique needs, working across community, hospital, and prison settings to help advance your professional skills and contribute to a more connected and compassionate mental health and criminal justice system.

Job Location

Based at Ravenhall Correctional Centre in Melbourne's west, providing 75 custodial mental health beds and assessment/outpatient services within a maximum-security forensic mental health complex. We operate across 12 of Victoria's 14 prisons, with expansion plans underway.

About the Role

The Psychologist will work within Ballerrt Yeram-boo-ee, supporting prisoners with mental illness as part of a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include conducting court-ordered psychological assessments and engaging in scholarly activities and research.

Key Duties
  1. Deliver comprehensive psychological services and treatment advice.
  2. Conduct specialist assessments and prepare reports as needed.
  3. Provide individual and group interventions.
  4. Participate in patient risk assessments and management.
  5. Contribute to clinical practice and program development.
Candidate Profile
  • Experience in mental health or forensic mental health settings is advantageous.
  • Knowledge of clinical forensic psychology, including forensic assessments and offender interventions.
  • Experience working with offenders, particularly those with personality disorders.
  • Understanding of psychological approaches for male patients in forensic settings.
  • Familiarity with relevant legislation, mental health, and criminal justice systems.
Qualifications
  • Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (APAC accredited) or Forensic Psychology (APAC accredited).
  • Registration with AHPRA.
  • Registration of qualifications on eCredential is required.

For more information, visit Forensicare Careers.

Note: Applications are reviewed upon receipt.

Additional Benefits
  • Supportive supervision and professional development.
  • Clear career pathways across disciplines.
  • Salary packaging options.
  • Comprehensive safety and wellbeing programs.
  • Recognition and rewards for performance.
  • Employee assistance and mental health programs.
  • Position subject to police check.

Forensicare is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians, LGBTQI+ individuals, and those with disabilities.

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