Job Description: As a Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist, you will play a key role in providing comprehensive support to individuals with complex mental health, social, and legal needs. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and advocate for participants involved in a unique program. You will coordinate and monitor services to ensure that clients are referred to appropriate support, engage in therapeutic interventions, and receive tailored assistance to help them achieve their goals. The role will involve working with a forensic case load, so exposure to the criminal justice service is a must.
Key Duties: Provide culturally responsive psychological and psychosocial assessments, diagnoses, interventions, and consultations to meet the needs of individuals who are experiencing significant mental health conditions, have a history of offending, and face challenges related to complex trauma and visa insecurity.Conduct risk assessments, including assessment of suicide risk and violence risk, develop evidence-based safety plans, and provide follow-up support, referrals, and treatment.Provision of alcohol and drug assessment, neuropsychological assessment, and mental health reports as required. Skills and Experience: 1-2 years Senior Psychologist level experience.Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) status, with specialist skills in supporting people with mental health conditions.Proven ability to build strong professional relationships and work with diverse populations.Experience working with multicultural clients and individuals involved in the justice system is highly desirable.Ability to manage crisis situations, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Requirements: Police check - done by the companyWWCCAHPRA registrationDL and passport or birth certificate required as points of ID Benefits: Work in a supportive and collaborative environment, engaging with a multidisciplinary team.Ongoing professional development opportunities, including training in mental health and case management.Meaningful work supporting vulnerable populations to achieve better mental health and social outcomes.Flexible working conditions and a focus on work-life balance. How to apply: To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website. Please contact Samantha on 0290004093 for any queries regarding the position.
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER. We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.
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