Relocation supports available to Interstate and New Zealand applicants.

This is a permanent, full time vacancy.

About the Role

This is your chance to join Banksia Hill Detention Centre during this new and exciting time of change. 

Be part of a highly supportive team of multidisciplinary professionals, working together to enact change for young people.

Banksia Hill Detention Centre is now operating a Crisis Care Unit which provides trauma-informed, developmentally informed, multidisciplinary and coordinated therapeutic support to young people in detention identified as particularly vulnerable.

The Positive Behaviour Support Clinicians will work alongside psychologists, mental health nurses, psychiatrists, speech pathologists, case managers, operational staff, Aboriginal youth support officers and a range of other staff to support young people in a holistic and child centred way.

These roles offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the lives of vulnerable young people in our state, by assisting the centre in understanding the complex needs of a young person, and identifying helpful ways to support their healing.

Working in Custody

In custody, we are currently offering new services and implementing an enhanced model of care. The model reflects best practice in Youth Justice and will focus on rehabilitation through a trauma-informed, therapeutic approach. Some initiatives include:

• The establishment of the Neurodevelopmental and Mental Health Service in custody. This team works alongside the centre and includes neuropsychologists, a psychiatrist, a speech pathologist, paediatric services and increased access to clinical nurse specialists.
• The intensive mentoring program in the centre, which is available to assist the centre to meet the needs of young people with complex needs.
• A diverse range of therapeutic programs, including art therapy, trauma informed yoga, and therapy animal programs.
• Creation of an Aboriginal Services Unit, which includes additional Aboriginal Youth Support Officers.
• Increasing access for young people to cultural programs and activities.
• The development of a new Crisis Care Unit at Banksia Hill Detention Centre.

Suitability Requirements

Through the recruitment process, we will be looking for a candidate who can demonstrate skills, experience and attributes in relation to the following:

• Sound understanding and applied experience in developing, delivering and implementing Behaviour Support plans.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the function of challenging and other concerning behaviours in young people with a developmental disability.
• Strong understanding and demonstrated knowledge of a range of models and strategies to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions that influence behaviours of concern.
• Demonstrated experience in completing Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA), Functional Capacity Assessment’s (FCA), Individual Engagement Plans (IEPs), Trauma Profiles or other behavioural profiles that address behaviours of concern to the young person, their responsible adult and that may contribute to ongoing involvement with the Justice system.

Eligibility

To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.

In accordance with the National Child Safety Principles, people who work directly with children and young people, you must have a current Working with Children Check or be able to successfully apply for one to be eligible for appointment to this position.

Successful applicants must possess:

A tertiary qualification in Psychology and Registered as a Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);

OR

A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and Registered as a ‘General Registration’ with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);

OR

A tertiary qualification in Social Work and Registered with the Australian Association of Social Workers;

OR

A tertiary degree qualification in Speech Pathology registered as a ‘Practising Membership’ with Speech Pathology Australia (SPA);

OR

An approved 4-year behavioural science degree.

Benefits and opportunities

• You will have access to learning and development opportunities, funded professional development opportunities, study leave of up to 5 days per year to attend approved external professional development, and strong team support.
• Relocation costs for applicants relocating from Interstate or New Zealand (conditions apply).
• Enjoy job security whilst working for the Public Sector. Salary sacrificing options are available.

Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

The challenge of producing better outcomes for young people in custody and the community is an important priority and we are seeking motivated clinicians at all levels of experience to join our team and contribute to better outcomes for young people in our care.

Application process

How to apply

Please ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit:

1. A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
2. A statement of no more than three (3) pages addressing all the Suitability Requirements listed in the section above. Please provide examples to support your claims.
3. A (redacted) example of a Functional Capacity Assessment, Functional Behaviour Assessment, Individual Engagement Plan, Trauma Profile or other behavioural profile that you have recently completed.
4. Contact details of two (2) recent work referees, one (1) of whom should be your current or most recent supervisor where possible.
5. Applicants are asked to provide evidence of their Qualification(s) and/or Registration as outlined in the Eligibility section above.

All the Suitability Requirements listed in the section above will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions and No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Perth Metropolitan area during this period.

Candidate Search

If required, we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.

For Further Job Related Information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy, please contact Eleanor Parker, Principal Psychologist (Custody) at Eleanor.Parker@justice.wa.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link. 

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email workforcediversity@justice.wa.gov.au. 

Submitting your application

To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.

Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

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