Domestic and Family Violence Clinical Nurse Consultant - DFV Project
Provide expert clinical consultancy across hospital and community to support the delivery of safe, effective, and woman-centred care.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until July 2026
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Gde 1
Hours per week: 24
Remuneration: $65.83 - $67.17 per hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Requisition ID: REQ624012
Closing Date: Monday, 1st December 2025.
Applicants must be female - under Section 31 (2) (h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
About the role:
As the new Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) in Domestic and Family Violence (DFV), you will be responsible for contributing your expertise to provide leadership in patient-centred care and consultancy for people experiencing domestic and family violence. On any given day, you will be providing forensic responses to women who report domestic violence; linking with Emergency Departments, Aboriginal Medical Centres and Domestic Violence centres to provide support to patients; making appointments within the community health setting for women wanting forensic responses at a later date; and so on. A new model of care is being developed within the DFV space, so this is a great opportunity to broaden your skillsets and in turn, achieve better healthcare outcomes for women in the community. There is also potential for an extension of the role into July 2027, giving you the opportunity to create a real difference in the lives of women experiencing Domestic & Family Violence.
You won’t be working alone – you will be working in tandem with a Social Worker to support the women when they present. You will also be supported by District Domestic & Family Violence Project Manager, the Clinical Coordinator, as well as the broader Violence, Abuse and Neglect (VAN) team. Very clear medical support is also available.
As our newest CNC, you will:
- Be self-directed in your work with a drive to achieve health outcomes
- Have experience with quality projects and developing models of care.
- Enjoy solving problems in a collaborative setting
- Be willing to work within an on-call roster.
Where you’ll be working:
Tamworth has a warm, community-focused atmosphere, where local events, markets, and festivals bring people together throughout the year. Its mix of heritage buildings, relaxed town life, and easy access to wide-open countryside gives it a balance of culture and natural beauty. Whether you’re exploring local shops, enjoying live music, or heading out for a scenic walk, Tamworth offers a friendly, down-to-earth charm that makes it easy to appreciate.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
- Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
- Fitness Passport
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Requirements:
- Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and a minimum of five (5) years full time equivalent post registration nursing experience, with at least three (3) years full time equivalent experience working in DFV. In addition, must have approved post registration nursing qualifications relevant to the field in which you are appointed, or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
- Eligible to drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work purposes
Additional Information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part-time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role-related queries or questions contact Lynese Robinson | Lynese.Robinson@health.nsw.gov.au
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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