This is a Pool process with permanent and/or fixed term, full time and/or part time opportunities
Currently, there are two permanent position(s) available for immediate filling.
Unlock your potential with the Department of Justice!
We are seeking dedicated Clinical Supervisors to lead and inspire our teams. If you have a qualification in Psychology, or Social Work, and a passion for transforming lives, this is your chance to make a profound impact in both prison and community settings across Western Australia. Join us and be a catalyst for change!
ABOUT THE ROLE
This recruitment process is open to professionals in Psychology and Social Work. The role involves providing supervision to Program staff; conducting assessments and treatment formulations for complex cases.
Key responsibilities include resolving complex clinical issues, overseeing assessments, treatments, group sessions, and report preparation. Intervention programs are delivered in both prison and community-based settings across various sites in the metropolitan area within Western Australia.
Candidates who qualify for this position will be placed in a pool for potential appointments to similar vacancies within the Department of Justice.
BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career pathway opportunities
- Learning and development opportunity programs
- Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
ABOUT JUSTICE
When you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.
APPLICATION PROCESS
How to apply
Please ensure you have the relevant qualifications and review the attached JDF for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.
For more information about the recruitment and selection process and other benefits, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.
We require you to submit:
- A current comprehensive Curriculum Vitae / Resume that highlights your employment history and suitability for this position in the context of all the essential selection criteria and/or that demonstrate your skillsets against the role specific requirements contained in the JDF.
- Contact details of two referees.
Pool Recruitment
This pool will be open for a period of 24 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.
The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at similar locations, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.
Candidate Search
If required, we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.
EQUITY AND DIVERSITY
The Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.
ELIGIBILITY
- Possess an accredited qualification in Psychology.
- General registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or an approved Social Work qualification.
- Full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION
If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Mitch Peasley, Program Delivery Manager on (08) 9230 2064 for a confidential discussion.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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