Overview
$108k - $123k + Super + Salary Packaging Part Time (0.6) Fixed term Parental leave position until October 2026 Ravenhall Correctional Centre, Ravenhall (P3) $108 - $123k + Superannuation + Salary Packaging up to $9,010 & other benefits About the Role
The Clinical Neuropsychologist is based within the Outpatient program at Ravenhall Correctional Centre. Forensicare delivers comprehensive forensic mental health (FMH) services at the Ravenhall Correctional Centre, as a sub-contractor to the GEO group. The FMH services comprises of a bed-based service for 75 prisoners and a large outpatients program. The Clinical Neuropsychologist provides high level consultation, advice and support to Forensicare clinicians, GEO Prison and Clinical staff, and Correct Care Australasia staff on complex neuropsychological matters. As the Senior Neuropsychologist, you will: Provide specialist neuropsychology assessment, and consultation to address the mental health needs of patients. Identify the presence of cognitive impairment (related to acquired brain injury-ABI, intellectual disability-ID, neurodevelopmental disorders, dementia, severe medical conditions, or mental illness) in clients with significant mental health impairments. Recommend treatment and management strategies to facilitate treatment planning and delivery of mental health interventions to patients of FMH services. Complete transition and discharge documentation describing neuropsychology involvement and any recommendations. About You / Qualifications
Masters or Doctoral qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology from an APS accredited course or equivalent. Registered or eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Previous working experience in a forensic mental health service would be an advantage. Knowledge in clinical forensic psychology including forensic assessments (i.e., court ordered assessments, assessment of risk for violence) and intervention with offenders and/or forensic patients. Sound theoretical knowledge of clinical neuropsychology including neuropsychological assessment, neurology, neuropathology and neurobiology, and interventions in acquired brain injury, mental health and alcohol and substance use disorders. Extensive knowledge of the current psychological approaches in working with mentally disordered patients in the forensic mental health setting. To view the full Position Description, click the following link: LINK TO PD A mental health and wellbeing program provided Career development training opportunities to suit your career goal Access to an employee assistance program – an external, confidential, self-referral employee wellbeing program, for personal or work-related matters. Fitness passport – discounted unparalleled access to a wide range of gyms, pools and fitness centres Refer a friend program, get up to a $1000 Salary sacrificing of $9,010 and $2650 meal allowance per annum Social Club, access to discounted cinema tickets, AFL games, Zoos, Concerts etc Comprehensive Orientation Day before you start, and buddy system available Influenza and Immunisation Evidence This position is subject to a Police Check To Apply Applications must include a current resume and a detailed cover letter outlining your interest in the position. Applications will close by midnight on the 30th of September 2025. For queries please contact Georgina Ormiston via [email] Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPECT, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, HUMAN RIGHTS; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.
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📌 Senior Neuropsychologist
🏢 Forensicare
📍 Melbourne