CCLHD - Aboriginal Clinical Lead - VAN

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 4
Remuneration: Dependant on qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ674333
Applications Close: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 11:59pm

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is committed to growing and supporting our Aboriginal health workforce and delivering trusted care and better health for Aboriginal people on the Central Coast.

About the Opportunity

As the Aboriginal Clinical Lead - Violence, Abuse and Neglect (VAN), you will play a key leadership role in strengthening culturally safe, trauma-informed care for Aboriginal children, young people, adults and families across the Central Coast. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, community leaders and Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, you will help embed an Aboriginal worldview within VAN services while supporting improved health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal people living on Darkinung Country.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide clinical, cultural and professional leadership to ensure culturally safe, trauma-informed care is embedded across VAN services. 
• Build trusted relationships with Aboriginal communities, community-controlled organisations and partner agencies to improve access to care and strengthen community engagement. 
• Support Aboriginal children, young people, adults and families who have experienced violence, abuse and neglect through culturally responsive therapeutic care, consultation and advocacy. 
• Mentor, supervise and support Aboriginal staff and multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culturally safe workplace and promoting continuous learning and professional growth. 
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and collaborative partnerships that enhance outcomes for Aboriginal communities across the Central Coast.

This position is graded for the following:

• Counsellor Level 4. 
• Psychologist. 
• Senior Psychologist. 
• Sexual Assault Worker Level 4. 
• Social Worker Level 4.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description. 

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with strong connections to community and a passion for improving health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal people. 
• Holds a Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology or another relevant health-related discipline, with current AHPRA registration (Psychology) or eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), as applicable. 
• Has demonstrated experience supporting children, young people, adults and families affected by violence, abuse and neglect, with a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice. 
• Demonstrates experience in, or a strong commitment to, providing culturally responsive services and embedding cultural safety in clinical practice. 
• Enjoys working collaboratively, providing clinical and cultural leadership, supervision and mentoring to support both staff and high-quality outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

Additional Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Professional development: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
• Cultural Supports: NAIDOC leave, access to cultural mentoring and supervision, networking with other Aboriginal staff and health professionals.

Need More Information?
Donna Curtis
Phone: 02 4336 6409
Email: Donna.Curtis@health.nsw.gov.au

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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