Lead Change in Rehabilitation.
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Senior Psychologist/Senior Specialist Psychologist
Wellington Correctional Centre | Corrective Services NSW
Location:
Wellington NSW –
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Position:
Ongoing – Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Salary:
Senior Psychologist - $124,771 to $135,527 pa
Senior Specialist Psychologist - $146,281 - $154,889 pa
Plus Environmental Allowance, superannuation and annual leave loading
Step Into Leadership – Make a Real Impact in a Regional Setting That Values You
Are you a skilled psychologist ready to lead and grow within a dynamic and supportive team?
Corrective Services NSW is seeking a
Senior Psychologist or Senior Specialist Psychologist
to join the team at
Wellington Correctional Centre
—a modern correctional facility located in the heart of
Central Western NSW
.
Nestled between rolling hills and open countryside, Wellington offers a warm, welcoming community, affordable living, and a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in custody.
Whether you're advancing your clinical career or ready to step into a high-impact leadership role,
Wellington combines lifestyle and purpose in one rewarding package.
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Working with Corrective Services as a Psychologist
About the Role
As a
Senior Psychologist
, you will:
Lead and supervise a team of Psychologists in delivering high-quality services to offenders
Provide expert clinical advice on complex and high-risk cases, including violent and sexual offenders
Deliver direct psychological interventions and manage complex case presentations
Provide regular individual and group supervision to psychologists and interns
Oversee the professional development and training of your team
Maintain accurate, compliant documentation in OIMS and relevant systems
Liaise with stakeholders to ensure coordinated psychological service delivery
If applying as a




Senior Specialist Psychologist
, you will also:
Manage the most complex cases and provide high-level consultation across the Centre
Drive research and service improvement initiatives
Contribute to clinical governance and innovation in psychological practice
What we're looking for
We want to hear from you if you have:
Proven expertise in forensic, correctional, or clinical psychology
Strong knowledge of contemporary correctional principles and risk assessment frameworks
Experience delivering psychological interventions for mental health, cognitive impairment, and behavioural needs
Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and supervisory capabilities
Sound understanding of ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities in correctional psychology
Essential Requirements
Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA)
Eligible to supervise provisional psychologists and students
Current driver's licence and willingness to travel across NSW
Senior Specialist Psychologist Grade Applicants
For approved application to Senior Specialist Psychologist, applicants must demonstrate evidence of all
additional characteristics
as defined in the
Crown Employees Psychologist Award
.
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role description
.
What We Offer
In-House CPD – Access professional development and supervision that meets Psychology Board of Australia requirements
Leadership & Career Growth – Step into a senior clinical role with autonomy and purpose.
Cooperative Culture – Be part of a supportive, experienced team that values innovation.




Purposeful Work – Drive rehabilitation outcomes that improve lives and community safety.
Work-Life Balance – Enjoy the benefits of a regional role without sacrificing your professional goals.
Health and Wellbeing programs including
Fitness Passport
Supportive, team-based culture
Flexible working arrangements
Living & Working in Wellington
If you're considering a tree change,
Wellington
is the gateway to Western NSW.
It is a regional town about 350 kilometers north-west of Sydney.
50kms further northwest is Dubbo.
Dubbo is a major regional City and has a thriving town centre and there are daily flights, trains and buses to the eastern seaboard.
There are various options for family living including child care and schools, sports facilities, recreation and entertainment as well as cafes and restaurants and is truly a package deal!
Find out more about living and working in Dubbo at

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Read to Apply?
Applications close
12/05/2026 at 11:59pm AEST.
Submit the following:
Cover Letter (Max 2 pages) – Outline how you meet the role requirements.
Résumé (Max 5 pages) – Highlight your experience, qualifications & impact.
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writing your job application
for tips with the application process.
Questions?
For role-specific questions:
Erin Morrison| ******| *********
For application assistance or recruitment adjustments:
Divya Soni | ******
Visit
Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website
to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
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