Aboriginal Sexual Assault Counsellor (Identified) - Incentives Offered

• The Aboriginal Sexual Assault counsellor is responsible for providing counselling, individual and group work to victims of sexual assault and collaborating with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal service providers to build the cultural competency of our service responses to sexual assault.
• The successful applicant will also be responsible for assisting our service to partner with the local Aboriginal community, build relationships, and provide education on sexual violence, domestic violence and child protection.
• The Aboriginal Sexual Assault counsellor plays a pivotal role within the Sexual Assault service in facilitating the delivery of culturally appropriate services that meet the needs of Aboriginal clients.
• In this role you will act as a key link between our service and local Aboriginal Communities to enable two-way understanding to ensure both the cultural, support and counselling needs of Aboriginal clients as well as community, are met.
• The suitable applicant will also liaise between the Sexual Assault service and the local Aboriginal Community to help ensure we are meeting the needs of Aboriginal clients and that we are always providing culturally sensitive care.

Sexual Assault Counsellors are supported with orientation and training for the role as well as ongoing professional development. Support is also provided through Clinical supervision, Cultural supervision, peer and team support and development opportunities.

About you:
The successful candidate will be culturally sensitive, committed to their profession and enjoy working collaboratively within a team.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline and eligibility for appropriate professional registration and/or association membership (where applicable).

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.* 
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

Additional information:

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position. All payments made to part-time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here- Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au  
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• Applicants must be female - under Section 31 (2) (h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.