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Psychologist/Specialist Psychologist - Lithgow Correctional Centre

Mid levelFull-timeOfficeSouth Bowenfels NSW 2790, AustraliaPosted 3 weeks agoVerified 3 days ago
Pending fitX of Y criteria met

About the job

The Psychologist/Specialist Psychologist position at Lithgow Correctional Centre offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a maximum-security environment. Working with adult male offenders, you will deliver evidence-based interventions that promote mental health and community reintegration. The team values collaboration, professional development, and a supportive atmosphere, making it an ideal place for growth and contribution.

You'll be responsible for

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Delivering psychological interventions

Providing psychological assessment and intervention for remand and custodial populations to support mental health and rehabilitation.
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Advising on mental health

Advising on offender mental health and criminogenic risk, including violent and sexual offending, to inform treatment plans.
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Collaborating with teams

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive behaviour change, risk reduction, and safe community reintegration.

Key criteria

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Psychology qualification

Minimum four-year accredited qualification in psychology required.

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AHPRA registration

Current full AHPRA registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.

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Report writing skills

Proven ability to produce clear, concise clinical documentation.

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5 criteria for this job
Psychology qualification
Minimum four-year accredited qualification in psychology required.

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AHPRA registration
Current full AHPRA registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.

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Report writing skills
Proven ability to produce clear, concise clinical documentation.

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Driver's license
Current driver's license with willingness to travel throughout NSW.

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Collaboration experience
Demonstrated experience working in multidisciplinary teams.

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