The Clinical Support Unit are a specialist team of practitioners who operate within Queensland Corrective Services. Our multi-disciplinary team administers assessments and provides evidence-informed clinical advice and support to improve the quality of case management for individuals who have sexually offended.

Job details

Information about the position, duties and responsibilities of the role is available in the attached job description

As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in the community correctional environment where you will:

• Administer sexual offending assessments with individuals who are moderate to high risk who may present with a range of complexity;
• Build the capability of Community Corrections staff by providing training and clinical support regarding sexual offending;
• Building capability within the team through provision of mentoring and coaching to newly developing practitioners.

What are the benefits?

• Generous and competitive salary from $118,967 to $127,941 plus superannuation and annual leave loading
• Opportunities to work flexibly to promote healthy work-life balance
• Generous leave entitlements including accrued time leave
• Opportunity to travel throughout Queensland
• Ability to work collaboratively amongst a small team of practitioners

Who are we looking for?

• Experienced professionals with a relevant degree in psychology, social work, criminology, justice, health, behaviour or social sciences. Post-graduate qualifications will be highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical or forensic fields conducting validated assessments with individuals who are moderate to high risk and individuals who may present with various complexities and responsivities including impairments, major mental illness and personality difficulties.
• Professionals with knowledge in the assessment, treatment and management of individuals who have committed sexual offences or other behaviours of concern.
• Practitioners who can effectively and confidently communicate other practitioners and stakeholders.
• Practitioners who keep up to date with evidence-based research.
• Professionals who are innovative, culturally competent, solution-focused, able to work within a dynamic environment

How to apply

To be considered for this role, please provide the following information to the selection panel for assessment of your suitability:

• A cover letter (1-2 pages maximum) outlining how your knowledge, skills and experiences make you a competitive candidate against the Leadership competencies for Queensland (Team Leader): Vision, Results and Accountability within the context of the essential requirements ‘role fit' and responsibilities described under ‘about the role'.
• Your current curriculum vitae/resume, including two referees who can attest to your performance and conduct in the workplace. Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years, and it is preferable to include your current/immediate/past supervisor. By providing the names and contact details of your referee/s you consent for these people to be contacted by the selection panel. If you do not wish for a referee to be contacted, please indicate this on your resume and contact the selection panel to discuss.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/677460/26

Closing Date: Monday, 2nd March 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Two positions available.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 677460-26-Role Description (PDF, 269KB)
  
  
  677460-26-Applicant information guide (PDF, 957KB)