AddressPlease be advised the Job Description Form attached has been updated.
About the role
This open pool recruitment process is on offer to professionals with a Masters Degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology or Social Work. The position provides supervision to staff, and conducts assessment/treatment of complex cases.
It resolves/addresses complex clinical issues, provides supervision of assessment, treatment, group delivery and report preparation. Intervention programs are delivered in both prison and community based settings, and at various sites across Western Australia.
If you are suitable for this position you will be placed in a Pool from which appointments may be made for similar vacancies across the Department of Justice.
Eligibility
An accredited qualification in Psychology and general registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or an approved Social Work qualification and full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the duration of the contract.
All employees are required to undergo employment screening, which includes a National Criminal History Check and other checks that may be relevant to the position requirements.
About Us
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
How to apply
Please ensure you review the attached JDF for further information about the work-related requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
We require you to submit:
- A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees and;
- A statement addressing all the Role Specific Criteria contained in the Job Description Form.
To submit your application click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Pool Recruitment
The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. When part of a pool you may be offered a permanent or temporary position, however an appointment is not guaranteed.
This pool will be open for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of first appointment. Permanent and fixed-term appointments may be offered on a full-time and part-time basis as vacancies arise.
Candidate Search
If required we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact ***************@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 17***to for a confidential discussion.
Open Pool
This is an open pool recruitment process which means there is no closing date for applications. Specific vacancies are not advertised. We access candidates on an on-going basis throughout the year and contact candidates when opportunities arise.
When part of a pool you may be offered a position, however an appointment is not guaranteed.
Further Information
If you would like further information on this opportunity please contact Mitch Peasley, Program Delivery Manager on (08) 9230 20***for a confidential discussion.
