Psychologists & Social Workers

The organisation

Urban Psychologyis an exciting and dynamic organisation that provides rehabilitation opportunities for service users in the criminal justice system. We focus specifically on addressing the use of violence, whether that be family violence, general violence or sexual violence. Our objective is to make the world a safer place, and improve the lives of service users and their families. We provide assessments and interventions so that service users can learn to navigate their way through the world without resorting to aggression or violence. We provide services both in prison and in the community, sometimes face to face and sometimes using Zoom.

Urban Psychology has a well-established team of clinical, administration and senior staff as well as a number of sub-contractors. We have created an exceptional culture, that is flexible, supportive and professional. We understand that working in a private practice can be an isolating experience and because we enjoy working with others, at Urban Psychology we work as a team. Most of our interventions are group-based and we facilitate these programs in teams with an experienced program supervisor providing continuous support. Our clinical staff have the opportunity to work with some of the most skilled and experienced facilitators in the state.

At Urban Psychology, we enjoy our work, celebrate the small successes, and look for opportunities to have fun!

Extensive experience in the criminal justice system is not required, but working with disadvantaged clients and a preparedness to learn from our experienced team is a must!

The role

Urban Psychologyseeks two registered clinicians to join our amazing team. We are looking for psychologists or social workers passionate about forensic work with at least three years' experience working with complex presentations. The role is diverse, challenging and most importantly rewarding. Previous experience within the criminal justice system is desirable, but not essential. Subcontracting opportunities are also available.

Responsibilities:

Mentored by an experienced team our clinicians provide comprehensive evidence-based forensic violence risk assessments.

Create professional, authoritative, and defensible reports to inform on risk factors, treatment options and case management of forensic clients.

Facilitate group-based treatment programs addressing aggression and violence. The programs are evidence based, use multiple therapeutic approaches and incorporate diverse methods of delivery to increase motivation, explore the factors that lead to offending, and build problem solving, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills.

Provide short episodes of individual intervention to increase treatment readiness or address individual specific risks.

Travel to regional and metropolitan Corrections Victoria locations (prisons and CCS) is required. This may result in some overnight stays in regional hubs such as Geelong, Shepparton and Morwell where you will get to explore some local highlights.

Administrative client-related work is completed within flexible and autonomous working conditions from our Ringwood based office, along with opportunities to work from home.

Our clinicians receive extensive internal training and support from senior clinical staff to assist in their assessments, report writing, and treatment.

The benefits

**Learn:**We fund professional development, external supervision, professional registration fees and indemnity insurance for staff. You will also receive regular internal individual and group supervision.

**Support:**Successful candidates have unlimited access to peer consultation and clinical mentoring from knowledgeable clinicians in the field.

**Flexibility:**Our clinicians are provided opportunities to work from home and from our offices in Ringwood with an amazing team.

**Variety:**We deliver services in both metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria, both in prisons and in the community.

**Fun:**When travelling, we see our travel as a road trip with your colleagues, with time to explore regional and scenic destinations, enjoy culinary experiences together and bond as a team. We provide accommodation and the use of business phones and vehicles.

The requisites

Full Registration with the relevant Psychologist or Social Worker authority or board.

Knowledge of the current approaches in offender rehabilitation.

Highly professional, organised and reliable with incredible time management skills.

Works effectively autonomously and as part of a team environment.

A person who is motivated, passionate and driven to provide high quality services.

Driver's licence, a National Police Check and Working with Children Check will be required for the role.

The Next Step

If you have experience and a passion for working with forensic clients and promoting positive changes, then we want to hear from you! Applications close Sunday 21st September 2025.

Contact Details

Belinda Macdonald

Managing Director

jobs@urbanpsychology.com.au

Phone 0448 377 733 or 03 9879 1817