• An exciting opportunity to work in a trauma informed, supportive and integrated service.
• Access to ongoing education and training as part of a professional development plan.
• An accrued day off each month (for full time employees).

Support and empower Aboriginal clients with expert sexual assault counselling, case management & crisis care in a trusted, community-led role.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 3, Psychologist, Sexual Assault Worker Level 3, Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications

• Psychologist - $77,358 - $113,226 per annum
• Counsellor, Sexual Assault Worker & Social Worker Level 3 - $112,396 - $116,038 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Cumberland and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond'. and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.

What you'll be doing
The Integrated Violence Prevention & Response Service (IVPRS) is responsible for strategic leadership, clinical service provision and capacity building for the portfolio areas of sexual assault, domestic violence and child protection.

The WSAS Aboriginal Sexual Assault counsellor is responsible for the provision of specialist therapeutic and case management services to adult and adolescent victims of sexual assault and their non-offending family members, including the provision of crisis counselling & support and facilitation of forensic/medical services as required.

The Aboriginal Sexual Assault counsellor is a key position in establishing trust and building relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and community, and violence, abuse and neglect services in WSLHD.

IVPRS acknowledges and respects the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment that supports and promotes cultural safety, diversity and inclusion.

What this role will offer you:

• An exciting opportunity to work in a trauma informed, supportive and integrated service
• Access to local and community Aboriginal support networks
• Access to ongoing education and training as part of a professional development plan
• Regular external clinical and cultural supervision and case management support
• A diverse workload, with opportunities to be involved in the provision of capacity building, community development and prevention activities
• Opportunities to undertake crisis work (after hours on call requirements can be negotiated)
• An accrued day off each month (for full time employees)
• Salary Packaging
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Access to an extensive range of gyms, pools and fitness services via the Fitness Passport for staff and immediate family members
• Job-share considered

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:

• Licence: Current NSW Driver's Licence.
• Qualifications: Tertiary qualification (minimum bachelor’s degree) in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or Graduate Certificate in Human & Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma) with demonstrated cultural expertise.
• Evidence of Diversity claim: Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander

Selection Criteria:

1. This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent, have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander cultures and have established links with their local Aboriginal community. An applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.
2. Tertiary qualification (minimum bachelor’s degree) in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or Graduate Certificate in Human & Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma) with demonstrated cultural expertise.
3. Demonstrated counselling experience with Aboriginal individuals or families who have experienced sexual assault or other forms of interpersonal violence and ability to provide culturally responsive counselling services.
4. Demonstrated high level assessment, case formulation, intervention planning (including case management) and counselling skills with children, young people and adults, with capacity to draw on a wide range of therapeutic modalities.
5. Demonstrated high level understanding of the inter-related dynamics and effects of sexual assault, physical abuse and neglect and domestic violence and a commitment to integrated models for working with clients who have experienced trauma and abuse.
6. Knowledge and understanding of current policies and legislation relating to sexual assault and other forms of interpersonal violence and knowledge of legal systems involved in sexual assault service provision.
7. Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated capacity to work with in partnership with others.
8. Valid unrestricted drivers’ licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.

Requisition ID: REQ566073
Applications Close: 11th May 2025

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.
• 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 Louise Harvey on 02 8890 7940.

This is an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Identified position. Please see essential criteria. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Please include some information about your Aboriginal Australian / Torres Strait Islander identity in the cover letter of your application. If offered an interview you can expand on this information at the interview itself in response to questions from an Aboriginal panel member.

Being Female and Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander are genuine occupational qualifications for this position as described under Sections 31 and 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW). Please include a sentence on both your Gender and Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander status in your cover letter; Applicants will be required to confirm status at interview.

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/

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

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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