Step into a Role Where Psychology Makes a Real Difference
Psychologist/Specialist Psychologist
Cessnock & Shortland Correctional Centre | Corrective Services NSW
Location:
Cessnock, NSW –
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Employment type:
Ongoing – Full-time or part-time (up to 12 months)
Salary:
Psychologist:
$79,592 – $118,316pa.
Specialist Psychologist:
$114,016 - $139,824pa
Plus employer's contribution to superannuation, annual leave loading & environmental allowance
Are you ready for a psychology role where your work truly matters? Join a values-driven team at Cessnock Correctional Centre, supporting individuals in custody to build healthier, more constructive lives through evidence-based psychological care.
Whether you're an experienced clinician or early in your psychology career, we want to hear from passionate professionals ready to support rehabilitation in a real-world setting that offers both impact and professional growth.
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Working with Corrective Services as a Psychologist
Why Join Us?
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.
Paid Pathways for Provisionals
Recent to the field? We welcome
provisionally registered psychologists
and offer:




Paid employment during your pathway to registration
Structured supervision from experienced clinicians
Training tailored to correctional and forensic psychology
Flexibility & Public Sector Benefits
Enjoy the stability of government employment, generous leave entitlements, part-time flexibility, and access to wellbeing programs.
Your role
As a Psychologist or Specialist Psychologist, you'll deliver trauma-informed care within a custodial setting, supporting the rehabilitation and reintegration of men in custody.
You will:
Conduct psychological assessments and individual interventions
Facilitate group-based rehabilitation 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 (or provisional 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 applicants
must
meet the additional experience/ capabilities as outlined in the
Crown Employees Psychologists Award
. Click
here
to view the criteria.
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description
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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.
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Applications close
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at 11:59pm AEST.
Need Support?
Role queries:
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