Senior Psychologist

Senior Professional Officer 1 Remuneration Package Range $146,933 - $163,950 (including salary $126,030 - $140,795)

Offender Programs and Services – NT Correctional Services

Darwin, Northern Territory

Ongoing

·Undertake criminogenic assessment, treatment and risk management.

·Conduct research into improving rehabilitative outcomes for Aboriginal offenders.

·Reduce recidivism by helping offenders prepare for their return to the community.

Apply your professional experience in psychology with your knowledge related to criminogenic assessment, treatment and management of offenders.

The Northern Territory Correctional Services (NTCS) plays an important role in keeping our communities safe by helping break the cycle of crime, reduce reoffending and improve the lives of offenders through education, training and employment opportunities.

As a Senior Clinician in the Offender Services and Programs unit, your primary objective is to undertake assessment, treatment and guide the management of complex and high-risk offenders, provide staff training on the principles of offender management and contribute to research in treatment and assessment of offenders with a focus on Aboriginal offenders.

Your key duties will comprise of; undertaking assessments and delivering treatment to address criminogenic risk and the psychological needs of offenders, generating psychological and risk assessment reports, and developing offence specific program manuals and staff training packages. In addition you will assist in the development and implementation of clinical governance frameworks to ensure ethical, evidence based and best practice standards are maintained; ensure inter-jurisdictional relationships are developed and rehabilitative outcomes for Aboriginal offenders are improved.

To be successful you require tertiary qualifications in psychology with eligibility for membership of the Australian Psychological Society; demonstrated experience in criminogenic assessment, treatment and risk management of high risk offenders and expertise in the assessment and delivery of psychological interventions for non-criminogenic needs. The ability to conduct research, supervise other psychologists and interact effectively with people from diverse cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds is essential.

In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary package including 6 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, negotiable flexible work arrangements, assistance with relocation costs, and an opportunity to experience the uniqueness of living in the Northern Territory.  Further benefits of the role are listed on https://correctionscareers.nt.gov.au/

This is a great time to consider a move to the Territory. Enjoy the enviable laidback lifestyle and work life balance that allows you time to explore the unique landscapes and dreamtime of the Larrakia people. The rich cultural society and community spirit makes Darwin an easy place to meet people and make new friends. 

For a confidential discussion please contact: Natalie Walker on or

Quote vacancy number:30392

Closing date:02/06/2024

Explore the Territory:

·https://correctionscareers.nt.gov.au/

·https://internal.agd.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0012/433011/AGDStrategic-plan-2021-2025.pdf

https://northernterritory.com/alice-springs-and-surroundsThe Territory is calling

· https://theterritory.com.au/NT

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search