Clinical/Forensic Psychologist

Clinical/Forensic Psychologist - Drug Health Forensic Team Specialist forensic psychology role supporting court diversion Deliver evidence-based interventions for complex client needs Contribute to high quality court reports and multidisciplinary careManage complex assessments and deliver evidence-based treatment while shaping outcomes across court diversion programs within Drug Health. Employment Type : Permanent Full Time Position Classification : Clinical Psychologist Remuneration : $113,617 - $138,482 per annum Hours Per Week : 38 Location : Western Sydney LHD Drug Health Forensic Team, Cumberland Hospital Where you'll be working You’ll join the Drug Health Forensic Team at Cumberland Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District. Our collaborative, multidisciplinary team is committed to safe, person centred care and continuous improvement in forensic and drug health services. Support Adult Drug Court and Magistrates Early Referral into Treatment programs Work within a highly skilled team focused on recovery and rehabilitation Access professional development and ongoing supervision Engage with courts, legal partners and health specialists Contribute to research, service improvement and best practice initiatives What You'll Be Doing In this specialist role, you’ll provide comprehensive psychological services for clients with substance use concerns engaged in court diversion programs. You will draw on evidence based practice, strong clinical judgement and effective stakeholder collaboration. Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and develop tailored treatment plans Deliver best practice interventions in individual and group settings Prepare high quality court reports and liaise with Judges, solicitors and legal partners Manage complex cases, coordinate referrals and work closely within the multidisciplinary team Respond effectively to crises, risk concerns and challenging clinical presentations Ready to make a meaningful impact? At NSW Health, you’ll be supported to grow your career, contribute to safer communities and help clients create positive change. Apply now and join a team that values expertise, compassion and continuous learning. How To Apply Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date. Essential Criteria Qualification: Masters or Doctoral degree in Forensic or Clinical Psychology Registration: AHPRA Registered Psychologist with Forensic or Clinical Endorsement otherwise current eligibility for endorsement pathway Selection Criteria Masters degree in clinical psychology or forensic psychology and full registration with AHPRA. Endorsement as clinical or forensic psychologist preferable otherwise current eligibility for endorsement pathway. Experience administering comprehensive assessments and designing targeted treatment plans for substance use issues and/or co‑morbid mental health problems. Demonstrated skills in providing evidence based psychological treatment for substance use issues and/or co‑morbid mental health problems. Ability to work in court based programs with clients who have engaged in offending behavior. Proven high quality written and verbal communication skills. Prior experience or exposure to crisis and risk situations and challenging client behaviors. An understanding of the array of psychosocial issues that contribute to substance use problems and capacity to take a holistic approach to treatment. Current Drivers Licence valid within Australia. Requisition ID : REQ Applications Close : 9th January 2026 Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application. The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview. Need more information? Find out more about applying for this position. Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria. Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications. For inquiries about the role, contact Annabel Persson at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au or Ben Sponza at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit .Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr