A genuinely rewarding opportunity has emerged within ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS), for suitably qualified people with demonstrated clinical experience, personal integrity, self-confidence and exceptional communication skills to become a Clinician (HP3) in the Supports and Interventions Unit, within Offender Reintegration. Through sound knowledge of trauma informed practice and the principles of therapeutic intervention, the successful applicants will support detainees through the delivery of programs and services within discrete communities with complex needs within the Alexander Maconochie Centre (AMC), contributing to reducing recidivism through the provision of interventions for offenders. In addition, you will deliver a range of multidimensional treatment options for detainees with varied and complex needs and provide advice related to the care of and service provision for detainees with disabilities and complex needs, including contributing to accommodation unit placements and regular care coordination. Further to this, you will contribute to the maintenance of monitoring systems to enable evaluation of effectiveness of treatment options in accordance with leading practice guidelines, participate in the ongoing review and evaluation of work practices and contribute to the development of policies and procedures. A high level of interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, including the ability to deal with people from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds in a correctional environment, is essential. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Occupational Therapist - Mandatory: Registration with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Applicant must have a minimum of three years paid work employment, post qualifications in a relevant role. Psychologist - Mandatory: Unconditional registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Applicant must have a minimum of three years paid work employment, post qualifications in a relevant role. Social Worker - Mandatory: Four year degree in Social Work or qualifying Social Work Masters with relevant undergraduate degree. Professional membership or eligibility for professional membership of Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Applicant must have a minimum of three years paid work employment, post qualifications in a relevant role. All disciplines require: A minimum of three years post qualification paid work experience in a related clinical field; A Police Record Check; A current driver’s license; A pre-employment medical; and *Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra (act.gov.au) Notes: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. How to Apply: Applicants are required to submit three items: A one to three-page written response addressing the professional/technical skills and knowledge, and behavioural capabilities, having regard for the job requirements; A current resume with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager); and A copy of their driver’s licence. Please ensure you submit all three items. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. LI-DNI
