Psychologist –
Acmena Youth Justice Centre,
Youth Justice
·
1 x Ongoing, Full time
· 1
x Temporary Part time 2 days per week up to 12 months
· Location:
Grafton
· Psychologist, Salary ($76,531 - $134,446 pa/pro rata), plus employer's contribution
to superannuation and annual leave loading
The Department of Communities
and Justice acknowledges lived experience and how it contributes to the
valuable work we do with the community.
We strongly encourage and support
applications from people who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander
descent. While all applicants are welcome, once we have determined through
merit-based assessment which candidates meet the pre-established standards of
the role, preference will be given to candidates who meet the established
standards of the role and are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander
descent.
Your role
Youth Justice is looking for innovative and
dynamic Psychologists to service their Custodial Centre based in Grafton.
· Operate as a member of a
multi-disciplinary team, delivering psychological assessment, intervention, and
therapeutic services.
· Provide a consultancy service
to staff regarding the psychological needs of Youth Justice clients within
custodial and community locations, as well as advice to statutory authorities
such as the Parole Board.
What you’ll do
· Undertake psychological assessment, intervention, and
deliver therapeutic services or programs to young people who offend, including
those who sexually offend.
· Assist in the formulation and review of individual Risk -
Needs - Responsivity based case plans for the management and supervision of
young people on remand or sentenced to a custodial or community order.
· Deliver training to staff, including Youth Justice
Caseworkers, in the screening, identification and support of young people with
mental health problems, intellectual disability or cognitive impairment.
· Maintain confidential documentation, including electronic
Case Notes on Client Information Management System, in accordance with
departmental policies, APS guidelines on record keeping and professional
ethics.
· Prepare reports, advice, and consultation to statutory
authorities such as Children’s Courts, the Serious Young Offenders Review
Panel, State Parole Authority, and Mental Health Review Tribunal.
·
Be dynamic and
able to think on their feet.
·
Responsive to
individual needs and situations.
You will be part of a team of Youth Justice Psychologists
reporting to a Clinical Manager, providing psychological support to the varied
units within the Custodial Centre.
What we’re looking for
· Minimum four-year
accredited qualification in psychology
· Current provisional or
full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia:
· A current Drivers’
Licence with ability and willingness to travel throughout NSW
· Current NSW Working
with Children Check clearance.
Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also
require the following checks/ clearances:
· National Criminal History Record Check
in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014
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We
focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion,
collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential
requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to
meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
What We Offer
We offer a variety
of benefits, including:
· A challenging and rewarding career.
- Flexible, autonomous work environment.
· Competitive pay and
conditions.
- Training and
development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
· Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
Programs.
Want more
information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.
We do work that really matters!
Working for the
Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to
make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to
improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults,
families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that
really matters.
Apply
now and join Australia’s top public sector
employer
where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working
environment!
Are you ready to join
us?
Click apply, attach a cover
letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the focus capabilities & requirements
of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).
Applications close Sunday 16 February 2025 at 11:59pm AEDT.
Got a question?
For
more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please
contact the hiring manager Michael Gathercole - Aboriginal Clinical Manager on 02
6643 0000 or via [email protected]
If you’ve got a question
about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process
to help you perform at your best, please call Lisa Smith on 02 8688 1119 or via [email protected]
Visit Recruitment adjustments on
the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of
how we recruit.
We continue to hire great
people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes
people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women,
people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people,
carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse
workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created
for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18
months.
For more information and advice on applying for
roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal people https://www.dcj.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers-at-dcj/pathways/careers-for-aboriginal-people.html
Thank you for your interest
in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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