About this role
Psychologist / Specialist Psychologist
Sex Offender Programs | Corrective Services NSW
Location: Matraville - Long Bay Correctional Complex (Sex Offender Programs)
Employment type: Permanent and Temporary (12 Months) - Full-time or Part-time (4 days available)
Salary:
- Psychologist: $79,592 – $118,3165pa.
- Specialist Psychologist: $114,016 - $139,824pa
- Plus environmental allowance, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
We’re hiring passionate psychologists to deliver targeted psychological services within the Custody Based Sex Offender Programs unit.
Join a dedicated team making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals within the criminal justice system. We are seeking skilled and compassionate psychologists to work with men who have been convicted of sexual offences as part of evidence-based behaviour change programs in corrective services.
At Custody-Based Sex Offender Programs you will collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team within the custodial environment. You’ll lead comprehensive, group-based programs designed to promote lasting behaviour change, while also supporting reintegration planning through close coordination with both internal teams and external partners.
If you’re an experienced psychologist and think this might be the job for you, we warmly invite you to join our supportive and skilled team. Together, we’re committed to making a real difference—helping individuals change and creating safer communities for everyone.
Learn more: Working with Corrective Services as a Psychologist
Click here to view what is a see a program like ours is about and what we do:
Why Join Us?
-
- Flexibility & Public Sector Benefits
Enjoy the stability of government employment, generous leave entitlements, part-time flexibility, and access to wellbeing programs. - Targeted Clinical Work
Deliver evidence-based assessments and interventions that directly impact rehabilitation outcomes. - Supportive, Multidisciplinary Culture
Work alongside a collaborative team that values ethical practice, respect, and integrity. - Development Pathways
Access CPD opportunities, clinical supervision, internal training, and progression into Specialist or leadership roles. There are also possible opportunities to support an endorsement pathway.
- Flexibility & Public Sector Benefits
Your role
As a Psychologist or Specialist Psychologist, you will deliver structured, trauma-informed psychological services specifically within the sex offenders program for individuals in custody at MSPC, tailored to your role and area of expertise.
You will:
-
- Co-facilitate group-based behaviour change programs within a custodial therapeutic community
- Conduct psychological assessments and individual interventions that support the group programs
- Provide expert consultation to staff on mental health, trauma, and risk (including sexual and violent offender assessment)
- Collaborate on behaviour support and case planning
- Maintain accurate documentation in OIMS and psychology files
- Prepare reports and provide input to statutory bodies (e.g. Parole Authority, Mental Health Review Tribunal)
- Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and networking opportunities
What You Bring
-
- Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
- Interest in trauma-informed practice, cognitive impairment, forensic risk, or behaviour change
- A strong ethical foundation and commitment to evidence-based practice
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel as required
Specialist Psychologist Grade Applicants
For approved application to Specialist Psychologist, applicants must meet the additional experience/ capabilities as outlined in the Crown Employees Psychologists Award. Click here to view the criteria.
Download the role description.
Ready to join us?
What to Submit?
- A Cover Letter (Max 2 pages) outlining how you meet the role requirements.
- Your résumé (Max 5 pages) highlights your experience, qualifications & impact.
Applications close 23/02/2025 at 11:59pm AEST.
Need Support?
Role Enquiries:
Nicole Weaver – [email protected] | (02) 9289 2940
Recruitment support or adjustments:
Divya Soni | [email protected] | 02 9765 1987
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
Learn more: Inclusion & Diversity at DCJ
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareersatDCJ/
Other facts
About Department of Communities and Justice
DCJ’s purpose is to help create a safe, just, resilient and inclusive NSW in which everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential.
Collection notice
We will collect information about you when you interact with us through social media.
This may include your name and any messages, comments or photos you send us.
We will collect your information in order to respond to your queries, feedback and complaints, and to improve service delivery.
The social networking service will also handle your personal information for its own purposes.
These services have their own privacy policies. You can access the privacy policies for these services on their websites.
We will not disclose your information to any other third parties unless you have consented or the Department is required, or authorised, by law to do so.
The supply of your information through social media is voluntary.
For information about your rights to seek access to, and correction of, your personal information, please see our privacy policy at https://dcj.nsw.gov.au/statements/privacy/privacy-policy.html
Department of Communities and Justice
Locked Bag 5000, Parramatta NSW 2124
What you'll do
- Deliver structured, trauma-informed psychological services within the sex offenders program and co-facilitate group-based behavior change programs. Conduct assessments and provide expert consultation to staff on mental health and risk.
Ready to join Department of Communities and Justice?
Take the next step in your career journey