Forensic Clinician – Specialist Intervention Services

About the role

Join a specialist multidisciplinary team delivering evidence‑based forensic intervention for people in custody and the community across Victoria. The role involves comprehensive assessment, treatment planning and delivery within a correctional environment.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk and needs assessments and clinical interviews to develop person‑centred rehabilitation pathways.
• Deliver evidence‑based treatment interventions, both individual and group sessions, using validated assessment tools.
• Prepare treatment plans, reports and risk assessment documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Required profile

• General registration or eligibility with a relevant professional board (e.g., Psychology Board of Australia, AASW, AHPRA mental health nursing, OT Board, PACFA, ACA).
• Current driver’s licence for travel to correctional facilities.
• Willingness to undergo pre‑employment checks including national police and misconduct screening.

Required skills

• Experience delivering forensic clinical services or related mental health, social work, psychology, nursing, occupational therapy or counselling practice.
• Ability to work within the Risk‑Needs‑Responsivity model and apply evidence‑based assessment tools.

What we offer

• Specialised induction program with foundation theory and mentored on‑the‑job training.
• Ongoing supervision, debriefing and wellbeing support for the first 12 months.
• Professional development opportunities including research, study leave and conference attendance.
• Funding for professional registration or association membership.
• Relocation allowances for eligible candidates and flexible work options.