Psychologist

2 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Queensland Corrective Services Full time

Queensland Corrective Services has multiple exciting opportunities for a Psychologist to join one of our Centres in Northern Queensland. As a Psychologist, you will play a key role in improving the mental health, well-being, and rehabilitation of adults in custody. No two days will ever be the same; you will be busy, manage a challenging case load, get experiential on the job learning like no other role, all while providing quality clinical services that includes assessments and tailored interventions that support mental health and wellbeing. Your solid interpersonal skills will enable you to collaborate and work effectively and sensitively with a diverse range of clients.

About Us

Queensland Corrective Services (QCS) is dedicated to enhancing community safety through evidence-based rehabilitation and crime prevention. We provide modern, responsive correctional services that support offenders in their reintegration into society.

The Role

Queensland Corrective Services has multiple exciting opportunities for a Psychologist to join one of our Correctional Centres in Northern Queensland (Townsville Correctional Complex). As a Psychologist, you will play a key role in improving the mental health, well-being, and rehabilitation of adults in custody. No two days will ever be the same; you will be busy, manage a challenging case load, get experiential on the job learning like no other role, all while providing quality clinical services that includes assessments and tailored interventions that support mental health and wellbeing. Your solid interpersonal skills will enable you to collaborate and work effectively and sensitively with a diverse range of clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent risk assessments of harm to self or others, including acute or chronic risk
  • Provide psychoeducation related to mental health conditions, symptoms and treatment options to individuals
  • Deliver individual or group-based brief, skill acquisition focused interventions aimed at developing coping skills and building resilience
  • Maintain a high level of knowledge and contemporary understanding of psychopathology, diagnostic classification systems and clinical and psychometric assessment tools

About You

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
  • Experience in psychological assessment and intervention for adults with mental health conditions, cognitive impairments, or developmental disorders.
  • Knowledge of risk assessment tools and rehabilitation strategies in correctional settings.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging diverse client groups and stakeholders.
  • Ability to apply research-based practices to offender rehabilitation.

Requirements
  • General or provisional registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA (or eligibility to obtain registration upon commencement).
  • Bachelor's degree (4-year minimum) in Psychology or Behavioural Science.
  • Compliance with National Psychology Board and AHPRA registration standards.
  • Professional Indemnity Insurance if engaged in secondary employment.

Why Join Us?
  • Work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Contribute to meaningful rehabilitation work that impacts community safety.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

How To Apply

Submit the following via the Smart Jobs and Careers website (www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au):

Cover Letter (1-2 pages) outlining how your skills and experience align with the role. Resume/CV including two referees familiar with your work performance.

For more information, contact Jared Fielding, Regional Manager, Psychological Services Unit at 07 3291 5715.

Queensland Corrective Services encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and culturally diverse individuals.

Make a difference - apply today

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/656029/25

Closing Date: Friday, 21st November 2025

Occupational group Psychology, Counselling & Social Work
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