Health Clinician (Social Worker Lvl 4 | Psychologist) - New Street Service - Temp FT
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until June 2026
Location: New Street Services Liverpool
Position Classification: Psychologist, Social Worker Level 4
Remuneration: Based on Classification
Psychologist: $1,482.56 - $2,169.97 per week
Social Worker Level 4: $2,331.57 - $2,388.08 per week
Requisition ID: REQ560066
Application Close Date: 23/03/2025
Interview Date Range: 26/03/2025 – 02/04/2025
Contact Details: Michelle Scheidel – 0428 679 282 | Michelle.scheidel@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a clinical team to support young people and families and to undertake community development and capacity building with local Aboriginal communities. You will be connected to the statewide New Street network. This clinical team covers South West Sydney, South East Sydney and Sydney local health districts.
What You'll be Doing
SWSLHD New Street Service is a coordinated, community based, specialist treatment service for 10-17 year olds who have engaged in harmful sexual behaviours, and is a NSW Health Child Protection initiative. This service is based within SWSLHD in the Staying Safe in the Community Directorate and offers an outreach service to SLHD and SESLHD.
The Counsellor position has a key role in ensuring the delivery of quality, specialist services in a forensic service. The program includes a specific focus on improving outcomes for Aboriginal peoples.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Relevant qualification in Bachelor of Social Work which provides eligibility for membership to Australian Association of Social Workers or Degree in Psychology with full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia.
- Demonstrated ability to provide advanced knowledge and skills in counselling services to individuals, and families in the context of child sexual assault, trauma, violence and abuse.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills in managing intergenerational trauma, child sexual abuse and the principles of family focussed intervention, with the ability to engage with young people who have sexually harmed and with their families, including Aboriginal children and families.
- Demonstrated understanding of the legal and policy framework governing child protection in NSW.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
