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Psychologist / Specialist Psychologist
Sex Offender Programs | Corrective Services NSW
Location: Surry Hills (ComSOP) & Long Bay Correctional Complex (SOPCustody)
Employment type: Permanent and Temporary (up to 12 months) – Full-time or part-time (job share considered)
Salary:
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- Psychologist: $76,531 – $113,765pa.
- Specialist Psychologist: $109,631 - $134,446pa
- Plus environmental allowance, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
“This role has expanded my clinical perspective and helped me find purpose in working with people who need it most.”
— Psychologist, Corrective Services NSW
Ready to lead meaningful behavioural change?
We’re hiring passionate psychologists to deliver targeted psychological services across two dynamic settings:
Community-Based Sex Offender Programs (ComSOP) – Surry Hills
- Deliver individual and group interventions to offenders living in the community
- Consult with stakeholders to guide reintegration and risk management
- Contribute to high-level assessments and reports to support community safety
Custody-Based Programs (Long Bay):
- Work within a multidisciplinary team inside correctional facilities
- Facilitate in-depth, group-based programs focused on behaviour change
- Support reintegration planning in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Whether you're an experienced forensic clinician or new to the field, you'll join a supportive and highly skilled team committed to reducing reoffending and building safer communities.
Learn more: 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 structured, trauma-informed psychological services to individuals under supervision—either in the community (Surry Hills) or custody (Long Bay), depending on your role and preference.
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 (or provisional 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 Grade Applicants
For approved application to 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.
Apply via:
- SEEK – Log in or create a profile
- DCJ Careers Site – Search job reference 72410
Tips: How to write your job application
Applications close 17/08/2025 at 11:59pm AEST.
Need Support?
ComSOP Role Enquiries:
Celia Langton – [email protected] | 0429 191 376
SOPCustody Role Enquiries:
Nicole Weaver – [email protected] | (02) 9289 2940
Recruitment support or adjustments:
Nastassja Le Claire | [email protected] | 0460 961 902
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
Learn more: Inclusion & Diversity at DCJ
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