Psychologist

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Psychologist/ Specialist Psychologist

Tamworth Correctional Centre |Corrective Services NSW

Location: Tamworth NSW, Find out more

Employment type:  Ongoing Opportunity – Full time or part time (job share considered)

Salary:

• • Psychologist: $79,592 – $118,316pa.
  • Specialist Psychologist: $120,464 - $139,824pa
  • Plus environmental allowance, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

Looking for more purpose in your psychology career?

Looking for meaningful work away from the city? This is your opportunity to build a rewarding psychology career in Tamworth, one of regional NSW’s most vibrant and welcoming communities.

At Tamworth Correctional Centre, you’ll join a multidisciplinary team delivering ethical, person-centred care that changes lives. Whether you're an experienced clinician or a provisional psychologist ready to grow, you'll find purpose, development, and lifestyle in equal measure.

“This role has shaped me into a more confident, grounded, and thoughtful clinician. CSNSW is where I found purpose.”
— Psychologist, Corrective Services NSW

Learn more: Click this link- 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
  New 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 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.

Download the role description.

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 24/12/2025 at 11:59pm AEST.

Need Support?

Role queries: Rachel Sherwood | (02) 6764 5330 | rachel.sherwood@dcj.nsw.gov.au

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.

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

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