Talent.com
This job offer is not available in your country.
Psychologist

Psychologist

BuscojobsNew South Wales, Australia
1 day ago
Job description

Division : Corrective Services NSW Location :

Corrective Services NSW | Department of Communities & Justice

Location : Matraville, NSW Employment type : Ongoing – Full-time or Part-time (job share considered)

Salary :

  • Psychologist : $76,531 – $113,765pa. Specialist Psychologist : $109,631 - $134,446pa Plus environmental allowance, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

Make a Difference – No Matter Your Career Stage

Are you ready to work with purpose in 2025? Join the Metropolitan Special Programs Centre (MSPC) and support individuals convicted of violent offences to change, grow, and reintegrate into the community. You'll deliver high-impact psychological services through the Violent Offender Therapeutic Program (VOTP) as part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team in a structured therapeutic environment.

This role has shaped me into a more confident, grounded, and thoughtful clinician. CSNSW is where I found purpose.”

New to the Field? We Offer Paid Provisional Opportunities

We welcome provisionally registered psychologists and offer :

  • Paid employment while you complete your registration
  • Full supervision support from experienced psychologists
  • Structured training and development in forensic psychology

    • What you’ll do

    As a Psychologist or Specialist Psychologist, you will :

  • Conduct psychological assessments and criminogenic risk evaluations
  • Deliver structured group interventions (e.g., VOTP and SRP-VO for cognitive impairment)
  • Collaborate on behaviour management and case plans within a therapeutic community
  • Provide expert consultation to staff on complex mental health and risk matters
  • Prepare reports for key authorities (e.g., SPA, MHRT, SORC)
  • Maintain records using the Offender Integrated Management System (OIMS)

    • What we’re looking for

  • Experience or strong interest in forensic or correctional psychology
  • Ability to work with clients with complex needs in a structured, therapeutic setting
  • Confident group facilitation and risk assessment skills
  • A collaborative, resilient, and ethical approach to service delivery
  • Minimum four-year accredited qualification in psychology
  • Current provisional or full AHPRA registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.

    • For Specialist Psychologist Considerations

    If you would like to be considered for the Specialist Psychologist role, you must also meet the additional capabilities and experience as outlined in the. Click to view the criteria.

    Download the role .

    Why Join Corrective Services NSW?

  • Career Development – Clear pathways to senior and specialist roles
  • Supervision & Training – Paid support for provisional psychologists
  • Supportive Team Culture – Work with experienced, like-minded professionals
  • Flexible Work Options – Job share and part-time arrangements considered
  • Purpose-Led Work – Be part of rehabilitation that changes lives

    • Apply Today!

    This is your chance to take the next step in your psychology career and be part of meaningful change.

  • Cover Letter (Max 2 pages) – Outline how you meet the role requirements.

    • Read : for tips with the application process.

    Applications close 13 July 2025 at 11 : 59pm AEST.

    For application assistance or recruitment adjustments :

    Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

    We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally diverse backgrounds, women, carers, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

    Learn more : Other Information

    A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

    For more information visit .

    Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

    To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook :

    Job Segment : Counseling, Recruiting, Rehabilitation, Psychology, Healthcare, Human Resources

    J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Psychologist • New South Wales, Australia