Senior Psychologist

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Psychologist/Senior Specialist Psychologist to join our Service Integration Team at the NSW Department of Communities and Justice. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in providing effective psychological services to individuals in custody.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, coordinate, and action the delivery of psychology services at the centre.
• Provide direct psychological services to individuals in custody.
• Work within the broader Service Integration Team to provide consultation and advice on psychological aspects of inmate behavior and management.

Additional Responsibilities for Senior Specialist Psychologist

• Oversee the management of more complex offenders to comprehensively address risks and needs.
• Provide advanced clinical leadership and supervise staff, promoting best practices and high service standards.
• Lead research and evaluation projects aimed at improving psychology services and programs within the Department.

Requirements

• Minimum four-year accredited qualification in psychology with full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Eligible to be an authorized supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia and willingness to supervise provisional psychologists and students.
• Demonstrated experience in assessment and treatment, including mental health, cognitive impairment, and individuals who sexually offend.
• Current driver's license and willingness to travel throughout NSW.

Senior Specialist Psychologist Requirements

• In addition to the above, applicants must hold a master's degree or higher in a relevant specialist area, such as clinical psychology, forensic psychology, counseling psychology, or neuropsychology.
• Education, training, and experience deemed by the Department to be equivalent.

What We Offer

• A challenging and rewarding career.
• Flexible, autonomous work environment.
• Competitive pay and conditions.
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
• Health and wellbeing and employee assistance programs.

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