Part-Time hours: Negotiable
We are seeking experienced professionals in psychology, social work, mental health nursing or occupational therapy to join our growing team of forensic clinicians in Lara.
Forensic clinical experience is desirable but not essential.
We are a specialist program area of Corrections Victoria that provides people in custody and in the community with offence-specific, evidence-based screening, assessment and intervention services to support their rehabilitation.
We hold portfolios and expertise in critical areas such as Violent Extremism, Restorative Justice and Family Violence.
As part of our Barwon South West team, you will treat complex cases across four mixed-security prisons without the need to travel, including the brand-new Western Plains prison set to open mid-2025.
Our work can be demanding, so we offer first-rate training and support, including:
A specialised induction program for new clinical staff (including foundation, theory, and mentored on-the-job training).Mental health and wellbeing care – essential debriefing for the first 12 months for new forensic practitioners.Supervision by senior clinical staff with support on a day-to-day basis.Ongoing professional development including clinical scholarship, research program and study leave opportunities.Annual Leadership Forum and Conference for technical and professional development.Registration or professional association membership funded annually (e.g.
PBA/AHPRA, AASW).Relocation allowances for eligible candidates.As a forensic clinician, you will build on your existing expertise as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering evidence-based, best-practice forensic intervention in a supportive correctional environment.
Working within the Risk-Needs-Responsivity model, you will deliver a wide range of individualised services including:
Comprehensive assessments including risk assessments.Clinical interviews to develop person-centred rehabilitation pathways.Treatment interventions employing evidence-based assessment tools.Treatment programs involving individual and group sessions.Preparing treatment plans, treatment reports, and risk assessment reports for internal and external stakeholders.To apply, you'll need to hold, or be eligible for, one of the following:
General registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA).Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).Credentialed as a Mental Health Nurse with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses.Registered as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
DetailsGeelong OtwayPsychologistFull-Time, Part-TimeDate Posted: Tuesday, 3 December 2024
Closing Date: Tuesday, 14 January 2025
Contact: Michael Stanley
Phone: 0457 926 028
Email: [email protected]
Location*Name: Barwon Prison Precinct
Address: 1140 Bacchus Marsh Rd, Anakie VIC 3212
Phone: 0457 926 028
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