Psychologist - Acmena Youth Justice Centre, Youth Justice
About The Position
Youth Justice is seeking an innovative and dynamic Psychologist to support Acmena Youth Justice Centre in the Grafton area of NSW. The role operates within a multidisciplinary team, delivering psychological assessment, intervention and therapeutic services to young people in custodial and community settings. The Psychologist also provides consultation to staff on the psychological needs of Youth Justice clients and advice to statutory authorities. The position is temporary and full-time for up to 12 months. It is part of a team of Youth Justice Psychologists and reports to a Clinical Manager, providing psychological support to the Centre’s varied units. Preference will be given to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates who meet the established standards of the role, while all applicants are welcome.
Requirements
- Minimum four-year accredited qualification in psychology.
- Current provisional or full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.
- Current driver’s licence and ability and willingness to travel throughout NSW.
- Current NSW Working with Children Check clearance.
- Appointments are subject to reference checks.
- Some roles may require a National Criminal History Record Check under the Disability Inclusion Act 2014.
Nice To Haves
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent is preferred for this targeted recruitment; all applicants are welcome.
Responsibilities
- Undertake psychological assessments and interventions, and deliver therapeutic services or programs to young people who offend, including young people who sexually offend.
- Assist in formulating and reviewing individual Risk-Needs-Responsivity-based case plans for young people on remand or sentenced to custodial or community orders.
- Train staff, including Youth Justice Caseworkers, to screen, identify and support young people with mental health problems, intellectual disability or cognitive impairment.
- Maintain confidential documentation, including electronic case notes in the Client Information Management System, in accordance with departmental policies, APS record-keeping guidelines and professional ethics.
- Prepare reports, advice and consultation for statutory authorities, including Children’s Courts, the Serious Young Offenders Review Panel, the State Parole Authority and the Mental Health Review Tribunal.
- Provide consultancy to staff regarding the psychological needs of Youth Justice clients in custodial and community locations.
- Provide advice to statutory authorities, including the Parole Board.
- Respond dynamically to changing situations and individual needs.
Benefits
- A challenging and rewarding career.
- Flexible, autonomous work environment.
- Competitive pay and conditions.
- Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
- Health and Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
- Employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
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Job Type
Full-time
