Sexual Assault Service Manager (Lvl 6) - Perm FT
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Health Services Building Liverpool
Position Classification: Sexual Assault Worker Level 6
Remuneration: $135,544 - $138,900 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ529653
Application Close Date: 10/11/2024
Interview Date Range: 13/11/2024 – 20/11/2024
Contact Details: Catherine Lovan – 0475 804 855 | Catherine.Lovan@health.nsw.gov.au
Being female is recognised as a genuine occupation qualification and is authorised under section 31(2h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
About The Opportunity
Are you a passionate leader ready to make a difference in the lives of those affected by sexual violence? We are seeking an exceptional Sexual Assault Service Manager to lead our dedicated team within the Violence Abuse and Neglect service.
The Ideal Applicant Will:
- Lead with Purpose: Enjoy leading a diverse team focused on addressing the complexities of sexual violence.
- Strategic Visionary: Bring strong strategic thinking and advanced clinical and operational expertise to our growing Violence Abuse and Neglect services.
- Collaborative Innovator: Work collaboratively within SWS Violence Abuse and Neglect services, promoting innovation and continued partnerships.
- Resilient Leader: Thrive in a complex and challenging work environment, inspiring your team to excel.
- Champion for Justice: Demonstrate a strong commitment to social justice, promoting increased cultural safety within our services will be an absolute asset.
As part of a cohesive PARVAN leadership team, you will work in brand new facilities at the newly developed Liverpool Hospital, equipped with state-of-the-art resources. We offer inclusive flexible work practices, a fitness passport, and an onsite gym to support your well-being.
If you are ready to lead with compassion and make a significant impact, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to provide essential support and services to those affected by sexual violence.
What You'll be Doing
The SAS Manager is responsible for the strategic, operational, and clinical governance of Sexual Assault Service's (SAS) including Counselling, Forensic Medical (FM), Joint Child Protection Program (JCPRP), Safe Wayz and Adult Survivors Program (ASP) across SWSLHD. The position provides leadership and strategic direction that maximises health improvement to people affected by Sexual Assault with an Integrated Trauma Informed framework (ITIC). The role develops, implements, and oversees professional standards, safety, and quality systems.
The SAS Manager works:
- Locally with the Director of Staying Safe in Community, Director of Operations, under Primary and Community Health (P&CH) to enhance services, standards and quality across the district with a 24/7 response.
- To establish and maintain networks and collaboration with relevant agencies, government and non-government and other community services.
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.
- Being female is recognised as a genuine occupation qualification and is authorised under section 31(2h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
- Holds a Tertiary degree in Social Work, Psychology or a Bachelor Degree in a Heath related field with an emphasis on human behaviour, psychosocial development and counselling or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Demonstrate advanced operational, strategic, financial and clinical knowledge, with extensive post graduate experience providing, managing and leading crisis intervention, medical and counselling services to children, young people and adults impacted by sexual assault.
- Demonstrate advanced understanding of NSW Health Sexual Assault and Child Protection Policy and Procedures.
- Demonstrate extensive management and experience leading and coordinating a multidisciplinary approach to service delivery, including crisis service, counselling, case management, supervising staff, proven ability to manage conflict and individual and team performance and department decision making.
- Demonstrated leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of service delivery incorporating quality improvement, policy/procedure development, in a timely and cost effective manner.
- Demonstrated commitment to Evidence Based Practice (EBP) and experience implementing EBP into service planning and evaluation of service changes.
- Demonstrated high level communication skills (oral and written) including advocacy and negotiation skills with demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining partnerships and working effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- 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.
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