Department: Northern Regional – Paxton NSW

$81,980 - $121,865 a year

Casual/Temporary, Full time, Part time, Permanent

1d ago , from Department of Communities and Justice NSW

Employment type:Ongoing/Temporary Full-time or part-time opportunities available (up to 12 months)

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.

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: New to the field?

We welcomeprovisionally registered psychologistsand offer:

- Paid employment during your pathway to registration
- Structured supervision from experienced clinicians
- Training tailored to correctional and forensic psychology
- Flexibility & Public Sector Perks: 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

What to Submit?

- A Cover Letter (Max 2 pages) outlining how you meet the role requirements.

Applications close 22 November 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.

Need Support?

Application support or adjustments:

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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📌 Psychologist/Specialist Psychologist (Paxton)
🏢 Department: Northern Regional
📍 Paxton