At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert advice on clinical issues and improve service delivery for offenders.
- Company: Join Forensic Intervention Services and make a difference in the community.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, mental health support, and leadership opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to safety and wellbeing.
- Why this job: Elevate your career while empowering individuals and influencing positive change.
- Qualifications: Psychologist registration or relevant qualifications in social work or counselling.
The predicted salary is between 116413 - 140849 $ per year.
Empower people and elevate your career – join Forensic Intervention Services. Flexible home and on-site working arrangements. Earn $116,413 – $140,849 (VPS5) per year plus superannuation.
FIS provides evidence-based screening, assessment and intervention services for individuals in custody and the community. We focus on areas such as violent and sexual offending, restorative justice, violent extremism and family violence.
The Service Development Branch provides oversight, monitoring and reform of service delivery across the state, including across both prisons and community corrections. The Senior Clinical Advisor is responsible for providing authoritative advice on complex clinical and operational issues relating to delivery of offending behaviour interventions across Victoria, and working collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders, including clinical staff across the State, to develop and embed ongoing process and quality improvements in clinical service delivery.
This is the perfect opportunity if you're looking to expand your expertise, enjoy a more dynamic role or leave a lasting influence in a progressive field.
In addition to compelling work, we offer:
- flexible work options
- mental health and wellbeing support
- annual leadership forums and conferences
- relocation allowances for eligible candidates
What you'll do:
Reporting to the Manager, Service Delivery and Practice, the Senior Clinical Advisor will:
- Undertake analysis and provide authoritative advice on complex clinical and operational issues relating to the delivery of offending behaviour interventions across Victoria.
- Plan and manage a range of projects to support the effective and consistent delivery of clinical services across the State, including ongoing service and quality improvements.
- Identify and respond to clinical and operational issues impacting on service delivery.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience in the planning of programs and services for people in custody and in the community.
- Demonstrated understanding and experience in assessment and use of psychometric tools.
- Demonstrated understanding and awareness of the key issues impacting Corrections Victoria, particularly within the area of interventions for people in custody and in the community.
- Demonstrated understanding of relevant frameworks for offending behaviour rehabilitation.
Qualifications:
- Registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency; or
- Eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work (AASW); or
- A master's degree in psychotherapy and eligible for registration with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA); or
- A master's degree in counselling and eligible for membership with Australian Counselling Association (ACA) or Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA); or
- Credentialed as a Mental Health Nurse with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses; or
- Registered as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
Specialist training and/or postgraduate qualifications in a clinical or forensic field is desirable. AHPRA approved supervisor, or equivalent; or a minimum of 2 years of being a practicing supervisor.
Successfully candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants are welcome to utilise support from the Aboriginal Recruitment Team throughout the recruitment process.
We want to make sure all Victorians feel represented by the department's work. One of the ways we do this is by recruiting a diverse workforce – we welcome people of any gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability and cultural background.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality.
Senior Clinical Advisor in Melbourne employer: Corrections Victoria
Corrections Victoria is an exceptional employer that prioritises community safety and personal growth, offering a supportive work culture where your contributions directly impact the lives of individuals on parole. Located in Werribee, this role provides unique opportunities for professional development through hands-on experience in case management and community engagement, all while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
