Relocation supports available to Interstate and New Zealand applicants.
This is a permanent, full time vacancy.
Please note that the deadline for applications has been extended to 4:30 PM on Thursday, 19 February 2026
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.
About the role
The Department of Justice, Corrective Services in Western Australia are establishing a Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) Rehabilitation and Reintegration Service for adults and young people in custody and the community who present as a risk of Violent Extremism (VE), and/or are vulnerable to radicalisation to VE. The primary objective is to establish and deliver dedicated services to monitor and address risks associated with managing high risk extremist offenders.
This position will manage and provide oversight of the Program, including leading the implementation of the service-delivery framework, manage operations, oversee clinical assessments and interventions, and assist in the development of clinical governance frameworks.
The Principal Manager (Clinical) – CVE will liaise with internal and external stakeholders to develop an understanding of best practice for assessing, managing and addressing extremist offenders in custody and will provide expertise and specialist advice and services.
Eligibility
Special conditions – It is a requirement that the position holder is eligible to obtain a NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL ONE security clearance as a condition of employment. Only Australian Citizens are eligible to hold a NEGATIVE VETTING LEVEL ONE security clearance.
Permanent positions – 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.
Qualification:
- A Masters Degree in Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychology.
- A general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Benefits and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career pathway opportunities
- Learning and development opportunity programs
- Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
- Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.
- Relocation assistance/allowance available for applicants relocating from Interstate or New Zealand (if eligible)
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:
- Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
- A copy of your current qualification and registration as set out in the above Eligibility section.
- Contact details of two (2) work related referees.
- A statement no more than two (2) pages, addressing all the Role Specific Criteria.
Please provide examples to support your claims.
All remaining Job Related Requirements 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 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 Chantelle Place, A/Director Assessment & Interventions on (08) 9264 1015 for a confidential discussion.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups.
Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact the Diversity and Inclusion team on WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or (08) 9264 1700 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.
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 ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com on 1300 733 056 for assistance.
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