In-Demand Justice health forensic mental health Jobs in Sydney Nsw

Social Worker Level 1/2 - Forensic Mental Health
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $79,419 - $113,301 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Discharge planning
7d
Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2 - Forensic Mental Health
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $79,419 - $113,301 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
7d
Neuropsychologist - Forensic Mental Health
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $59.59 - $72.63 an hour
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Communication skills
6d
Nursing Unit Manager (NUM2) - Clovelly Unit, Forensic Hospital - Malabar Justice Health - PFT
NSW Health —Malabar NSW
- $150,816.94 a year
- Full-time
- Discharge planning
- Leadership
- Nursing
3d
Adolescent Forensic Mental Health – Psychiatry, Staff Specialist - PPT (8hpw) - Olympic Park
NSW Health —Sydney Olympic Park NSW
- Part-time
- Discharge planning
3d
Principal Forensic Officer
NSW Health —Sydney NSW
- $116,981 - $129,492 a year
- Temporary
- Analysis skills
- No degree
- Communication skills
3d
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Grade 2), Custodial Mental Health, MRRC Centre Silverwater Justice Health, TFT up to 2/5/2027
NSW Health —Silverwater NSW
- $128,301.89 - $132,523.13 a year
- Temporary
- Discharge planning
- Negotiation
3d
Registered Nurse - Forensic Mental Health Services Blacktown Hospital
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $41.22 - $57.88 an hour
- Part-time
- Presentation skills
- Communication skills
- Nursing
3d
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS2), Mental Health, Dillwynia Correctional Centre - PPT/PFT
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network —Sydney NSW
- $128,301.89 - $132,523.13 a year
- Part-time
- Discharge planning
- Negotiation
4d
Registered Nurse (RN2-8) Custodial Mental Health, Silverwater / Long Bay Correctional Centre, Justice Health– CASUAL POOL
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network —Sydney NSW
- $41.22 - $57.88 an hour
- Casual pool
- Patient care
- Nursing
13d
Nursing Unit Manager (NUM2) - Clovelly Unit, Forensic Hospital - Malabar Justice Health - PFT
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network —Sydney NSW
- $150,816.94 a year
- Full-time
- Discharge planning
- Leadership
- Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN2-8) Custodial Mental Health, Silverwater / Long Bay Correctional Centre, Justice Health– CASUAL POOL
NSW Health —Malabar NSW
- $41.22 - $57.88 an hour
- Casual pool
- Patient care
- Nursing
3d
Nurse Practitioner/Transitional Nurse Practitioner Mental Health, PPT (24 hours p/w) - Statewide
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network —Sydney NSW
- $153,629.36 - $164,492.94 a year
- Part-time
6d
Forensic Psychologist
Veretis —Sydney NSW
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Medical terminology
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Pharmacy Assistant/Technician Grade 1/2 - PFT - Malabar
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network —Sydney NSW
- $77,771.12 - $85,248.83 a year
- Full-time
13d
Clinical Support Officer (AO3), After Hours Nurse Manager - PPT 16 hours p/week - Statewide
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network —Sydney NSW
- $35.84 - $36.96 an hour
- Part-time
10d
Pharmacy Assistant/Technician
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $66,939.37 - $71,338.54 a year
- Overtime
- Communication skills
- Time management
7d
Nurse Unit Manager (NUM1), Primary Care - PFT - Parklea Correctional Centre
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network —Sydney NSW
- $143,997.20 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
11d
Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner
SAL Consulting —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Remote
- Leadership
- Travel reimbursement
- Work from home
Speech Pathologist
SAL Consulting —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Remote
- Leadership
- Travel reimbursement
- Work from home

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Social Worker Level 1/2 - Forensic Mental Health

Western Sydney Local Health District -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
$79,419 - $113,301 a year
7 days ago

Qualifications

Crisis intervention
Social work
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
Driver Licence
Clinical documentation
Discharge planning
Social Work
Care plans

Full Job Description

Reference number

REQ690155

Occupation

Social Worker

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney - Greater West

Salary Information

$79419 - $92801

Closing date

14 September 2026 at 11:59pm

Shape recovery-focused care in a brand-new forensic mental health service

Join a multidisciplinary team from day one and make a lasting impact

Build your forensic social work career through innovation and development

Manage complex psychosocial needs, build recovery-focused pathways and support rehabilitation in a new low-secure forensic mental health service.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1 / Level 2
Remuneration: $79,419 - $113,301 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown

Where you'll be working
Located at Budyari Gilli, Blacktown Hospital, you’ll join the new 20-bed Low Secure Forensic Mental Health Inpatient Unit, opening 13 October 2026 as part of Western Sydney Local Health District’s expanding specialist mental health services.

This is a unique opportunity to join a service from the ground up and help shape its culture, model of care and patient experience from day one.

Work within a contemporary forensic mental health service alongside the existing Budyari Gamada services.
Deliver recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and evidence-based care to people with complex mental health needs within the forensic system.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary workforce and partners across the Forensic Mental Health Network and Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network.
Contribute to a culture focused on education, research, innovation and continuous improvement.
Be part of WSLHD, one of Australia’s most diverse and rapidly growing health districts, committed to delivering world-class mental health services.

What you'll be doing
As a Social Worker Level 1/2, you’ll provide high-quality psychosocial assessment, intervention and care coordination for consumers experiencing complex mental health needs within the criminal justice system. Your practice will support rehabilitation, social inclusion, safe transitions and long-term recovery.

Complete comprehensive psychosocial and risk assessments and develop collaborative, recovery-focused care plans.
Deliver evidence-based interventions including counselling, crisis intervention, advocacy, family work, case coordination and practical support.
Work closely with consumers, families, carers and multidisciplinary teams through clinical reviews, case conferences, care planning and discharge planning.
Provide high-quality clinical documentation, reports, consultation and support across complex forensic mental health presentations.
Contribute to service development, quality improvement, evaluation, student supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development.

Make a difference where it matters most

Bring your social work expertise, compassion and commitment to recovery and help shape the future of forensic mental health care in Western Sydney. Join Western Sydney Local Health District and be part of a team creating better health services for western Sydney and beyond. Apply now and help build a new service from day one.

How to Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Degree in Social Work or Masters in Social Work with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

Selection Criteria:

Qualifications in Bachelor of Social Work or Masters in Social Work and eligibility to be a member of AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers)

Demonstrated knowledge of mental health, forensic and criminal justice systems

Demonstrated high level clinical skills and competency in care planning, care coordination, crisis intervention, psychosocial assessments, risk assessments and discharge planning.

Ability to work effectively with mental health consumers presenting with complex needs, challenging behaviours and forensic risk factors

Demonstrated experience in completing comprehensive assessments, clinical documentation and report writing skills

Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrated commitment with quality improvement projects and evidence-based practice

Current unrestricted drivers licence valid in NSW

Requisition ID: REQ690155
Applications Close: 14th September 2026

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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 Victor Syquia on 0427 124 862 or [email protected]

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 https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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