• 2 x Ongoing, Full time
• Location: Dubbo – Orana Youth Justice Centre (Custodial) and Far West Youth Justice Office (Community)
• Psychologist, Salary ($74,302 - $130,530 pa), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading & Environmental allowance.

The Department of Communities and Justice acknowledges lived experience and how it contributes to the valuable work we do with the community. We strongly encourage and support applications from people who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander descent. While all applications are welcome, once we have determined through merit-based assessment which candidates meet the pre-established standards of the role, we will select the candidate who is also of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander descent.

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Your role

Youth Justice is looking for two innovative and dynamic Psychologist’s to join our Psychology and Allied Health Services team in the Orana Youth Justice Centre and/or connected to the Far West Youth Justice Community 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 Youth Justice Psychologists reporting to a Clinical Manager, providing psychological support within the Custodial Centre and/or Community setting. If 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.

Download the role description attached below.

To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click 'Apply Now'.

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• Assistance for relocation if required up to $5000 subject to conditions in the Crown Employees (Transferred Employees Compensation) Award’.
• A challenging and rewarding career.
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

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We do work that really matters.

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us?

Click Apply Now, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the focus capabilities & requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Todd Heard on 0427 809 123 or [email protected] using the subject line: Psychologists x2 - Youth Justice - Dubbo enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Lisa Smith on 02 8688 1119 or via [email protected] using the subject line: Psychologists x2 - Youth Justice - Dubbo enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit.

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

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 and advice on applying for roles at DCJ, visit Careers for Aboriginal people https://www.dcj.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers-at-dcj/pathways/careers-for-aboriginal-people.html

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

A position description is attached.