Forensic Clinician Role Description
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Job Overview
We are seeking experienced professionals in psychology, social work, mental health nursing, occupational therapy, counselling or psychotherapy to join our team of forensic clinicians. The role involves delivering evidence-based, best-practice forensic intervention in a supportive correctional environment.
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Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for building on their existing expertise as part of a multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities include:
* 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.
Travel to correctional facilities is a required part of the role so you will need to possess a current driver's licence.
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Requirements
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;
* A master's degree in psychotherapy and registration with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA);
* A master's degree in counselling and membership with Australian Counselling Association (ACA) or registration with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
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What We Offer
We offer a range of benefits to support your career development and wellbeing:
* A specialised induction program for new clinical staff;
* Exposure to national and international experts in forensic work;
* 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;
* Relocation allowances for eligible candidates.
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