Clinician

Listed By : Omnicom Media Group Australia Pty Ltd on 8 Nov 2024We are seeking skilled and dedicated allied health professionals with experience/interest in working with young people (aged 10 to 21) with cognitive disability to join our team as Clinicians. In this role, you will play a critical part in delivering comprehensive consultation, assessment and treatment services within a range of settings, including community and residential environments. Your work will focus on supporting young individuals with cognitive disabilities who are at risk of involvement, or already involved, in the criminal justice system.As a clinician, you will provide tailored, evidence-based interventions, including individual, family, and group programs aimed at promoting positive behaviour change. You will also conduct risk assessments and deliver specialised consultations to support these young clients in reducing their contact with the criminal justice system and achieving their prosocial goals. Furthermore, you will be able to apply a systemic, attachment-based and strengths-focused lens when working with young people, their family/significant others and care teams.This role requires close collaboration within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of holistic and coordinated care. You will contribute through consultation, advocacy, training, and preparing clinical assessment reports, helping to inform key stakeholders and continuously improve service delivery. There will be opportunity to contribute to other teams at Forensic Disability Services, such as our Residential Treatment Facility, through providing consultation, assessment and intervention services to other cohorts in need of support.We are looking for compassionate professionals who value integrity and have a strong commitment to human rights and making a difference in the lives of young people. If you have experience in allied health professions such as occupational therapy, speech pathology, psychology, or social work, and are passionate about supporting young people with cognitive disabilities, this role offers a unique and impactful opportunity.Staff of Forensic Disability Clinical Services have access to ongoing training opportunities, individual professional development budget, regular supervision (with support to complete psychology registrar program) and cross-team collaboration. We can consider suitable applicants who are interested in either full-time or part-time work opportunities.Position number: DFFH/COPL/712633Division/Branch/Team: Community Operations and Practice Leadership, Statewide Disability and Housing Operations, Forensic Disability Services, Clinical Treatment Services, Youth TeamWork location: 145 Smith Street, Fitzroy, Victoria 3065; 100 Yarra Bend Road, Fairfield 3078Classification: AH-3Salary Range: $95,102 - $107,905 plus superannuationEmployment status: Full-time (76 hours per fortnight)/Fixed term until 30/06/2027Position reports to: Senior ClinicianClosing date: 11:59PM, Thursday 21st November 2024Role purposeThis role operates within a challenging and dynamic environment and requires a capacity to understand the complexities of the service delivery environment, and the concerns of stakeholders and the broader community. This role includes the need to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment across residential, custodial and community-based settings. Clinicians are responsible for providing support and specialist interventions to forensic clients in a residential treatment facility and in the community and deliver therapeutic group programs to forensic disability clients.Key accountabilitiesConduct assessments of client risk and treatment needs, develop and implement treatment plans for clients, identify and develop alternative intervention options and take other appropriate follow-up actions in accordance with the range of accepted options determined by departmental protocols.Conduct functional behavioural assessments that assist in the identification of adaptive and maladaptive behaviours to facilitate the provision of services that appropriately meet client's needs.Provide advice and information regarding services, initiate intervention strategies and work with other professionals in dealing with complex serious offenders.Co-facilitate group treatment programs for offenders in conjunction with other professionals and liaise with other staff and external service providers regarding the needs of forensic clients and their families and the provision of appropriate services.Monitor, review, evaluate and report on the progress of treatment plans and recommend the application of risk management and intervention strategies including referrals to other professionals and/or services.Provide advice and consultancy services to FDS staff and stakeholders regarding programs and services to forensic clients with an intellectual disability who demonstrate serious offending behaviours.Provide staff development and training to FDS and stakeholders, on working with forensic clients with an intellectual disability who demonstrate serious offending behaviours.Assist with the supervision of the activities of post-graduate psychology students and students from other disciplines.Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records, information security and privacy policies and requirements.Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures.Demonstrate how the actions and outcomes of this role and work unit impact clients and the department's ability to deliver, or facilitate the delivery of, effective support and services.Key selection criteriaTechnical expertiseDemonstrated ability in specialised forensic assessment and timely report writing to key agencies, such as the Adult Parole Board, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, the Courts and Corrections Victoria.Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in advanced counselling skills, behaviour modification interventions, cognitive behavioural therapy, relapse prevention planning and experience in the delivery of group programs.Knowledge of the Victorian Criminal Justice System and the Disability Act 2006 in particular as pertaining to restrictive practice and compulsory treatment. An understanding of the broader legislative context and experience in working within a legislative framework.QualificationsA Tertiary Degree level qualification in appropriate Health Sciences; Psychology, Social Welfare Practice, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychiatric Nursing or Social Work.To be eligible for registration with the appropriate professional body or association, such as the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or the Australian Association of Social Work.A current full driver's license is required as travel to other offices within the Department may be required.Further informationFor enquiries regarding the position please phone the contact on the position description.
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