Community Regional – Psychologist Grade 4• Full Time ongoing | Classification: P4• $123k - $148k dependent on experience Super benefits• Location: Paul Mullen Centre, Clifton Hill Please note, applications will be reviewed and accessed as received. Advertising may close earlier than indicated. About the role We are seeking an experienced Principal Psychologist to provide clinical leadership across the Community Forensic Mental Health Service (CFMHS). This role has no direct reports but carries significant professional influence and responsibility for guiding high‑quality psychological practice across the service. The position is based at the Paul Mullen Centre hub in Clifton Hill, with a requirement to travel to the Hume team at intervals agreed upon with the Hume Manager and the CFMHS Operations Manager. This allows the Principal Psychologist to support statewide service consistency, professional capability, and integration across teams. You will oversee the delivery of evidence‑informed interventions, drive service quality, and provide expert consultation on complex cases. You will also lead initiatives that support safe community reintegration and continuous improvement across the organisation What You Will Bring You are an accomplished psychologist with a strong track record in forensic or clinical mental health settings. You bring deep expertise, leadership capability, and a commitment to evidence‑based, person‑centred practice. Specifically, you will bring:• General registration with the Psychology Board of Australia • Master’s or Doctoral qualifications (Clinical, Forensic or Clinical Neuropsychology) • Eligibility for Area of Practice Endorsement • Approval as a Board approved supervisor • Extensive senior experience in mental health or forensic mental health • Demonstrated capability in delivering training, supervision and clinical leadership • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills To view the full Position Description, click here Eligibility• Influenza and Immunisation Evidence• This position is subject to a Police Check Benefits• Salary packaging up to $9,010 $2,650 meal allowance per year• Mental health & wellbeing programs• Professional development opportunities• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support• Fitness Passport – discounted access to gyms, pools & fitness centres• Comprehensive orientation Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTQI, people with a lived experience of disability, as well as people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Forensicare promotes our guiding principles of RESPONSIVENESS, INTEGRITY, IMPARTIALITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP, HUMAN RIGHTS; and promotes behaviours that are consistent with these values at all times. Forensicare is an equal opportunity employer and offers a smoke free environment.
