Provisional Psychologist /Psychologist
–
Riverina Youth Justice
Centre,
Youth Justice
·
Temporary full time from 9 June 2025
till 27 July 2026
·
Location: Wagga Wagga
·
Psychologist, Salary
($76,531 - $134,446 pa) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and
annual leave loading
This
is a targeted recruitment.
While
all applicants are welcome, preference will be given to candidates who meet the
established standards of the role and are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait
islander descent.
This
is because the Department acknowledges this lived experience contributes a
perspective valuable to our work with this community
Your role
Youth Justice is looking for an innovative
and dynamic Provisional Psychologist, Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist to join
our Psychology and Allied Health Services team in Riverina Youth Justice Centre
Custody Team. Working as part of a team you will:
·
Advocate
for the
psychosocial health needs of
Aboriginal Young people, their families and community in a holistic and
culturally sound manner.
· 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
You will be part of a team of experienced Youth Justice
Psychologists reporting to a Clinical Manager, providing psychological support
within the Custody setting. In your role you will provide the following
· Undertake psychological assessment, intervention, and
deliver therapeutic services or programs to young people who offend, including
those who sexually offend.
·
Create holistic treatment
plans to support the needs of young people, their families and community.
· 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.
· Engage with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations in a
respectful and collaborative manner.
·
Liaise with a range of
professionals including Aboriginal Caseworkers, Aboriginal Practice Officers,
the YJNSW Aboriginal Strategic and Co-ordination Unit, Koori Children’s Court,
Psychiatrists, Registered Nurses and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Health Workers.
· 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.
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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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.
· Additional 5 days
recreation leave.
- Training and
development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
· Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
Programs.
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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.
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us?
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meet the focus capabilities & requirements of the role as well as an
up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).
Applications close: 4 June 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST.
Got a question?
For
more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please
contact the hiring manager Todd Heard - Clinical
Manager on 0427 809 123 or
[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 0456 199 105 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.
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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
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