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SalaryA psychologist within QCS provides high quality psychological services, including psychological assessment, case management and interventions that promote the mental health, well- being and safety of adults accommodated in correctional centres.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Psychology, Counselling & Social Work
Classification PO3
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/512566/23
Closing date 04-Oct-2023
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Contact person Emily Henderson
Contact details Phone 0438 732 205
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PSYCHOLOGIST- GROW YOUR CAREER
ABOUT US:
At Queensland Corrective Services (QCS) we strongly believe in the need to work with people that value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace.
Our strategic objectives are:
- Safer correctional environments
- Humane management of prisoners and offenders
- Partnering and community collaboration
- Stop crime
LOCATION:
Townsville Correctional Complex consists of two separate high custody facilities- one for males and one for females. The complex also supports management of both male and female prisoners at separate low custody facilities. As a psychologist at TCC you will operate within a supportive multidisciplinary team based at one of the main high custody centres with opportunities to work across location and in collaboration with colleagues in custodial operations to support positive rehabilitative outcomes. At both female and male facilities, you will have the opportunity to conduct QCS specific assessments and brief intervention including focusing on connecting clients with external stakeholders. The centre provides financial support towards supervision for those registered as provisional psychologists.
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:
- Demonstrated expertise in evidence-based assessment and intervention for adults, experiencing difficulties related to suicidality, mental health problems, cognitive impairment, or developmental disorders.
- Well-developed written communication skills with the ability to provide high quality professional reports and case notes.
- Well-developed verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with a diverse client group.
- Knowledge, interpretation and application of legislation, policies and procedures.
Apart from contributing to the safety of our community, you will also benefit from a competitive remuneration package and a working environment which embraces professional development, builds capabilities, and supports staff to maximise their health and wellbeing. Additional benefits include:
- Working in a team of other psychologists and multidisciplinary professionals
- Being able to work with clientele who present with complex mental health needs
- Access to flexible work arrangements
- Access to professional development, thorough onboarding training and support by Senior Psychologists
- Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Employee Assistance Program
- Completion of a Bachelor's degree (4 year) in psychology or behavioural science and current registration with AHPRA
- Completion of a Bachelor's degree (5 year) in psychology or behavioural science and current registration with AHPRA.
- Completion of an approved Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) approved Masters or Doctorate Degree.
- Eligibility for registration as a Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
Job Ad Refrence: QLD/512566/23
Closing Date: Wednesday October 4th 2023
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