Job Description

Step into a Career with Purpose – Make a Real Impact

Psychologist/Specialist Psychologist

Mid North Coast Correctional Centre | Corrective Services NSW

Location – Aldavilla (near Kempsey, Mid North Coast NSW) – learn more

Employment type: Ongoing | Full-time or Part-time (job share available)

Salary:

• • Psychologist: $83,898 – $118,316pa.
  • Specialist Psychologist: $114,016 - $139,824pa
  • Plus environmental allowance, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

Make Your Impact Where It Matters Most

Ready to use your psychology skills in a role that directly supports rehabilitation and strengthens community safety?

Join the multidisciplinary Psychology Team at Mid North Coast Correctional Centre—a diverse and dynamic custodial environment housing both male and female individuals across minimum, medium, and maximum classifications. You'll provide targeted, evidence-based assessments and interventions in a setting that values ethical practice, collaboration, and professional development.

This is a unique opportunity to deliver meaningful psychological care while working as part of a supportive team committed to individual and systemic change.

Learn more: Click this link- Working with Corrective Services as a Psychologist

Why Join Us?

• Targeted Clinical WorkDeliver evidence-based assessments and interventions that directly impact rehabilitation outcomes.
• Supportive, Multidisciplinary CultureWork alongside a collaborative team that values ethical practice, respect, and integrity.
• Development PathwaysAccess CPD opportunities, clinical supervision, internal training, and progression into Specialist or leadership roles.
• Paid Pathways for ProvisionalsNew 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 BenefitsEnjoy 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 mustmeet the additional experience/ capabilities as outlined in the Crown Employees Psychologists Award Click here to view the criteria.

Download the role

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 18/04/2026 at 11:59pm AEST.

Need Support?

Role queries: Katie Stephen - katie.stephen@correctiveservices.nsw.gov.au| 02 9289 2134

Application support or adjustments: Divya Soni | 02 9765 1987 | divya.soni@dcj.nsw.gov.au

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

Learn more: Inclusion & Diversity at DCJ

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

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