Job opportunity

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Join a Leading Organisation Making a Difference

The Department of Communities brings together critical services including disability services, child protection, family support, community initiatives, and regional reform—working collaboratively to strengthen the wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities across Western Australia.

We are proud to be a nationally recognised Accredited Carer Friendly Employer through the Carers + Employers program, supporting flexible work and enabling our people to balance career and caring responsibilities.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a Consultant Psychologist (Neuropsychology or Clinical) to join our Disability Justice Service as a senior clinician.

In this pivotal role as Consultant Psychologist (Neuropsychology or Clinical), you will:

• Provide clinical leadership and specialist expertise in assessment and intervention
• Deliver person-centred, evidence-based support, including Positive Behaviour Support, Good Lives Model, and Risk-Needs-Responsivity principles
• Collaborate across agencies supporting individuals with disability involved in the justice system
• Support individuals deemed unfit to plead under the Criminal Law (Mental Impairment) Act 2023
• Contribute to service innovation through mentoring, education, research, and evaluation

About You
You are an experienced and motivated clinician who:

• Thrives in complex and challenging practice environments
• Is passionate about improving outcomes for people with disability
• Demonstrates leadership, mentoring, and capacity-building skills
• Is committed to person-centred, evidence-based practice

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a progressive, values-driven organisation
• Shape the future of disability justice services in WA
• Work in a supportive and flexible environment
• Make a meaningful and lasting impact

The attached Job Description Form (JDF) provides more information about the position. For further information we encourage you to contact Sam Neylon, Director Disability Justice Service via email on Samantha.Neylon@communities.wa.gov.au

There is currently 1 permanent position (018261) available for immediate filling.

The successful applicant or applicants assessed as suitable through this process may receive further offers of contract employment and/or offers of permanent employment in this or similar roles.

Qualification Requirements
Master’s Degree in Psychology or equivalent qualification approved by the Psychology Board of Australia and 'General Registration' on the register of Psychologists with endorsement in the practice area(s) of Clinical Psychology and/or Neuropsychology.

Join the Department of Communities
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only:

1. A current resume/CV.
2. Up to three [3]-page written application addressing 1 to 5 Essential Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) as stated on the JDF.
3. A copy of your degree certificate and academic transcript (plus unit descriptors and/or overseas qualification assessment if applicable).
4. A copy of all qualification/s (regardless of the relevance to the role) as specified in your application or resume/CV (if applicable).
5. An application form (for hard copy applications only).

Applicants who are short listed will be assessed on all the Work-Related Requirements (Selection Criteria) during the selection process.

For technical difficulties while applying online, general recruitment enquiries, or to request any document in an alternative format, please contact Margia, Human Resources Advisor on 0466 171 398 or via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au.

We can also be contacted via the National Relay Service on the following numbers:

TTY/voice calls - 133 677

Speak & Listen - 1300 555 727

SMS relay - 0423 677 767

Integrity and Honesty
The public sector is built on a strong foundation of integrity where employees act ethically, and public sector bodies promote and maintain integrity. 

In line with Communities policies, applicants may be asked for consent to undergo criminal record screening and integrity checks during the application process. For more information on these requirements, click here.  

Equity and Diversity
Communities’ welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people with diverse sexualities and genders, youth, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please let us know if there are adjustments we can make to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, as well as in the workplace. Please contact Margia via email on HRRecruitment@communities.wa.gov.au or call 0466 171 398.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Lodgement is system generated. Any emailed applications or late submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted.