Our Aim:
We are seeking a Senior Youth Forensic Psychologist with extensive knowledge, understanding and experience in forensic mental health issues and risks. Specifically in relation to young people, and their families/carers, presenting with complex mental health concerns and/or complex behaviours of concern. You will have a proven ability to conduct high level clinical assessments, including the development of comprehensive management plans and court reports.
This new position has been developed as a recommendation from the recent Commission of Inquiry Report (Tasmania) to support young people in youth detention who require trauma-informed psychological intervention. The senior psychologist will have a passion for providing a person-centred approach and working within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Under CYMHS Reform, clinical services in Tasmania are under development with many exciting professional, developmental and research opportunities available.
The Role:
- Working with young people currently detained in Youth Detention providing trauma-informed psychological interventions.
- Completing assessments and providing high quality, timely evidence based written court assessment reports for young people appearing in Tasmanian Courts in relation to offences.
- Working within a dynamic and well supported team committed to delivering high quality forensic mental health services to children, young people, and their families/carers.
- Working alongside innovative team leaders and a consultant forensic psychiatrist to develop new child and youth forensic mental health services in Tasmania.
- Working with an amazing and diverse group of clinicians as part of the collaborative multidisciplinary team, including the provision of support and consultation to other team members as required.
Location:
- This position can be based in Launceston (kanamaluka) or Devonport (limilinaturi).
- Northern Tasmania (lutruwita) is an area of natural beauty with easy access to National Parks, waterfalls, bush walks, beautiful beaches, and excellent mountain biking tracks. For more information about our amazing state please click and explore: Brand Tasmania | Tasmanian
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 4 February 2028.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
$123,717 to $138,296 per annum + our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Allowances:
- Please note that access to salaries beyond $130,900 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and endorsed to practice in the approved area of practice of Clinical Psychology or Forensic Psychology
- Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration
- Drivers Licence
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Five or more years demonstrated clinical practice in forensic psychology with specialist knowledge of forensic client risk assessments.
- Relevant Post Graduate Qualifications
- Eligibility as a board approved supervisor with AHPRA.
Applicants should note, the position features:
- Provision of service reaching into Youth Detention and Statewide role in preparing reports for court
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Kate Knights
Nurse Unit Manager (Team Leader) - CAMHS
Phone number: 0447 376 245
Email address: katie.knights@ths.tas.gov.au
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