Description:
Provisonal 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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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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