Team Leader - Domestic Family Violence and Sexual Assault Service (DFV&SAS)

Located in a small cottage adjacent to the Wollongong Hospital Campus, the DFVSAS Team Leader at Urunga House plays a pivotal role at the frontline of care—working closely with the Emergency Department, the Clinical Forensic Medical Team, Social Work and PARVAN Leadership to drive better outcomes for clients impacted by violence, abuse, and neglect.

$39.01 - $67.15 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Part Time 36 hours per week | Urunga House, Wollongong | REQ599317 | Grade: Social Worker Level 4, Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist | Applications close: 3 September 2025

This is a position identified for females on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those impacted by violence, abuse, and neglect? Are you a strong, compassionate leader committed to staff wellbeing and patient-centred care? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of DFVSAS Team Leader within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

As a vital member of the PARVAN (Prevention and Response to Violence, Abuse and Neglect) Leadership Team, the DFVSAS Team Leader provides operational leadership to the DFVSAS team based at Urunga House. This is an exciting time of integration for the PARVAN service where you'll work closely with key partners across Social Work, Alcohol and Drug Services, Mental Health, Community Health, Acute Services, and the Clinical Forensic Medical Team to ensure seamless and holistic care for our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

-          Lead and support a skilled, compassionate multidisciplinary team.

-          Strengthen collaborative practices across multiple services and stakeholders.

-          Contribute to projects related to Violence, Abuse, and Neglect (VAN) across the District.

-          Provide clinical oversight in intake, assessment, and complex care planning.

-          Champion staff wellbeing and professional development through strong mentoring.

-          Drive and participate in Quality Improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and service integration.

What We’re Looking For:

We're seeking a dedicated professional with demonstrated leadership experience, preferably within a VAN or similar framework. You should bring:

-          Experience working with clients impacted by DFV/Sexual Assault or relevant experience

-          Proven ability to mentor and support multidisciplinary teams.

-          Experience in managing stakeholder relationships and collaborative service delivery.

-          A commitment to trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and patient-focused care.

This is your opportunity to step into a role that makes a genuine difference—supporting recovery, advocating for safety, and shaping the future of integrated care across ISLHD. As part of stepping into this role we offer opportunities for mentoring to grow your leadership in the area.

Apply now and be a leader in change!

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

Wollongong Hospital, located on Dharawal Country, is the Illawarra Shoalhaven’s major referral and teaching hospital and has a bed-base count of more than 500. The campus, which incorporates the Illawarra Regional Cancer Care Centre, provides a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services.

Wollongong is located an hour’s drive south of Sydney on a narrow coastal strip bordered by the Royal National Park to the north, Lake Illawarra to the south, the Tasman Sea to the east and the Illawarra Escarpment to the west. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Wollongong here.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

-         Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

-         Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

-         Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

-         Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

-         Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

-         Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information!

-         Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

-         Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

-         Working With Children Check (WWCC)

-         Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

-         Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

-         Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.

-         Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

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-         For role-related queries or help applying, contact Jennie Wilson at ​Jennie.Wilson@health.nsw.gov.au