Registration as a psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA); eligibility for Australian Association of Social Workers membership; credentialling as a Mental Health Nurse; or registration as an Occupational Therapist.
Substantial experience in forensic, correctional or complex disability and behavioural settings.
A strong record of leading and clinically supervising psychologists or multidisciplinary allied health teams, including workforce, performance and wellbeing management.
Advanced knowledge of behavioural theory, Positive Behaviour Support, risk–need–responsivity, trauma-informed practice and evidence-based therapies.
Expertise in complex risk assessment, formulation, treatment and behaviour support planning across mental health, disability and offending domains.
Experience leading clinical governance, quality assurance, documentation and incident review in secure or high-risk/high-need services.
Sound judgement, ethical reasoning and composure when balancing competing priorities and dual-role tensions.
Highly developed communication, negotiation and influencing skills across custodial, clinical, executive and external stakeholders.




Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to turn clinical information and service data into explicit, defensible advice.
A commitment to reflective practice, supervision, cultural safety and equitable trauma-informed care, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the Benefits

Joining GEO is your chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of prisoners, their families and the community. Benefits of working for GEO, include but are not limited to:
Role diversity and internal career progression opportunities
Support with Skilled Registration costs
Adaptable working arrangements
Competitive salary and rewards scheme
Free parking
Employee Assistance Program
Staff gym
Subsidised meals
Fitness Passport to promote wellbeing. Discounted gym and pool access for members and their families to over 1500 fitness facilities across Australia.
REACH Program
Discounted Private Health Insurance (Medibank Private)
VCEA (Victorian Correctional Employees Association)
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📌 Principal Clinical Lead Melbourne
🏢 The Geo Group
📍 Melbourne