Australia, TasOct 14, 2024About Tasmania GovernmentThe Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.The role of Senior Psychologist, Specialist Services is to act in accordance with agency policy and direction, legal requirements and professional competencies. Undertaking the delivery of a quality service to prisoners, based on best practice principles and within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.To coordinate the delivery of Specialist Therapeutic Services for the Tasmanian Prison Service - Disability Services and Alcohol and Drug Services. This includes the clinical supervision of staff, provision of staff training and providing advice to the Prison Service in relation to these specialist areas.Period of AppointmentThis position is advertised for permanent appointment.*Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar permanent, fixed-term, full time, part time and/or casual vacancies.Hours per fortnight76 hours per fortnight - flexible options available. This is a day work position working weekdays. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements.Salary of $121,224 pa – $131,298 pa. Starting salary negotiable within this range subject to experience in a similar role. Annual salary increase within this range in accordance with the Tasmanian State Service Award and Public Service Union Wages Agreement.In addition to the salary:11.5% super from 1 July 2024.4 weeks annual leave per year, plus access to purchased leave, leave without pay and State Service accumulated leave scheme.Free parking on-site at Risdon.Access to the on-site staff gym for a modest fortnightly fee.Life-work balance including job share, work from home, condensed hours and a range of other flexible working options.Learning, development and career progression opportunities across Tasmania.Access to salary packaging and discounted private health insurance.Access to a free, confidential Employee Assistance Program and a range of other services via our dedicated Wellbeing and Support team.Tasmania Prison Service (TPS) has prison facilities located at Risdon Vale, Hobart and Launceston in Tasmania. This position is based at Risdon Vale in the Old Prison Hospital in a multidisciplinary team.DutiesTo provide leadership in the coordination and administration of the Specialist Services within the Therapeutic Services Unit and oversight of disability and alcohol and drug services for the Tasmania Prison Service.Provide clinical supervision of Therapeutic Services staff and other Interventions and Reintegration staff as required.Research, develop and conduct assessments with prisoners which identify disability support needs and alcohol and drug needs to assess suitability and triaging of inmates for specialist support.Develop an appropriate model of assessment, care and intervention for these specialist services.Train and assist prisoner support staff, including correctional officers to understand assessment and need in these specialist areas.Facilitate positive and effective working relationships with other areas of the prison, the Correctional Primary Health Service and other relevant Government and non-Government agencies.Minimum RequirementsPerson to be registered by the Psychology Board of Australia under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (Tasmania).At least two years practical experience in psychological work or a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from a tertiary institution approved by the Australian Psychological Society.Pre-employment ChecksThe Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.The following checks are to be conducted:Arson and fire settingViolent crimes and crimes against the personSex-related offencesDrug and alcohol related offencesCrimes involving dishonestyCrimes involving deceptionMaking false declarationsMalicious damage and destruction to propertySerious traffic offencesCrimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and JusticeCrimes against Executive or the Legislative PowerCrimes involving ConspiracyDisciplinary action in previous employment.Identification check.Application ProcessTo apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.Name: Sarah PeartPronouns: she/her/hersPosition: Assistant Director, Interventions and Reintegration ServicesEmail: ******: (03) 6165 7335
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