Description:
Are you a Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist or Social Worker who is experienced in supporting people who have been impacted by violence?
$39.01 - $67.15 per hour + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Permanent Part Time 36 hours per week | Urunga House, Wollongong | REQ568802 | Grade: Social Worker Level 4, Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist | Applications close: 27 April 2025
This is a position identified for females on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
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As the Team Leader you'll use your leadership skills to build team culture and support your dedicated team to care for people who have experienced sexual abuse, adults affected by domestic and family violence (DFV); and children under 10 years of age (and their families) presenting with problematic and/or harmful sexualised behaviours. You'll lead the ISLHD Domestic Family Violence and Sexual Assault Service (DFVSAS) working on the lands of Dharawal and Yuin nations.
We’re looking for a Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker who: Has a degree in social work or psychology and full AHPRA registration or eligible for AASW Membership. Has extensive direct clinical experience (post graduate Social Work / Psychology) conducting psychosocial assessments, therapeutic counselling, risk assessment and safety planning, advocacy, psychoeducation, report writing, group work and court support with people who have experienced trauma, namely sexual assault and/or family and domestic violence. Can provide clinical and line management oversight and guidance to DFVSAS Counsellors in the provision of timely, effective and high quality therapeutic services. The Team Leader will also hold a small clinical caseload. This position will lead a team of counsellors, providing assessments, crisis and ongoing counselling to adults who have experienced domestic violence, and children and adults who have experienced sexual assault.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
· Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
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Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay·
Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)·
Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)·
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families· Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
· Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now
by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions / selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:· Applicable vaccination requirements for a
Category A role· Working With Children Check (WWCC)
· Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
· Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the
Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.Need more information or help applying?
· Visit the ISLHD website for
application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.· Visit the
Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.· Follow us on social media:
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For role-related queries or help applying, contact Jennie Wilson on *************@health.nsw.gov.au