Safe Wayz Clinician (Identified)
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- Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
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- REQ678292 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Location: Lemongrove Campus
Hours Per Week: 22.5
Requisition ID: REQ678292
Applications Close: 30/07/2026
Position Classification & Remuneration: Dependent on qualifications
Psychologist: $42.19 - $61.76 per hour
Clinical Psychologist: $59.59 - $72.63 per hour
Senior Psychologist: $65.02 - $70.46 per hour
Counsellor or Social Worker Level 1: $40.05 - $46.80 per hour
Counsellor or Social Worker Level 2: $49.89 - $57.14 per hour
Counsellor or Social Worker Level 3: $61.31 - $63.29 per hour
Counsellor or Social Worker Level 4: $66.36 - $67.97 per hour
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.
The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families and communities. We welcome applicants with a range of skills and experience who are passionate about supporting children and families to thrive.
The Safe Wayz Program works with children under 10 displaying problematic or harmful sexual behaviours (PHSBs), alongside their families and support networks. Grounded in a strengths-based, family-focused and culturally responsive approach, Safe Wayz aims to strengthen safety, wellbeing, healing and connection.
As a Safe Wayz Clinician, you will coordinate access to specialist therapeutic supports, maintain a small clinical caseload, and work alongside families, schools, community members and other services to support early intervention and positive outcomes. The role also involves consultation, education, training and partnership-building to strengthen community understanding and responses to PHSBs.
The Safe Wayz team includes Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clinicians working together to support children and families. The Aboriginal Safe Wayz Clinician will play an important role in strengthening connections with Aboriginal communities and providing cultural consultation to support culturally safe practice across the service.
You will be part of a supportive team with access to professional development, peer support, statewide specialist networks, and cultural and clinical supervision.
Our Commitment to Aboriginal Staff
At Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, we are committed to creating a culturally safe, respectful and supportive workplace where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff can thrive.
We value strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities and recognise the importance of Aboriginal voices in shaping services and improving outcomes for children and families. As part of our team, you will have opportunities to:
Use your cultural knowledge and community connections to help shape service delivery.
Support the safety, wellbeing and cultural identity of Aboriginal children and families.
Build your therapeutic, clinical and community development skills.
Advocate for Aboriginal children, families and communities.
Strengthen culturally safe practices across services.
Develop partnerships that support family wellbeing and cultural connection.
Why Join Us?
This is more than a clinical role - it's an opportunity to walk alongside children, families and communities, helping to create safer futures, stronger connections and lasting positive change. You'll join a team that values culture, collaboration, learning and community.
Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
Novated Leasing
Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
What you will bring to the role
- Applicants must hold one of the below eligible qualifications: a) Degree in Social Work from an accredited course providing eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or b) Psychology: General registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and, for Senior Psychologist, a current Senior Psychologist or eligible for Senior Psychologist grading (with no less than 12 months service at the 9th year of service and thereafter rate) and, for Clinical Psychologist, an accredited Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and full registration as Psychologist with AHPRA; or c) Minimum AQF level 7 qualification recognised or accredited by the Peak Body (PACFA) with eligibility for membership as a counsellor with PACFA.
- Experience providing culturally safe trauma focused therapeutic supports for children and families in regard to sensitive and complex issues whilst applying child protection policy and risk management strategies.
- Highly developed interpersonal communication skills including mentoring, coaching, influencing and educating.
- Demonstrated high level of understanding of the intersection between issues of sexual assault, domestic violence, child protection, PHSBs with ability to apply relevant policy and procedure.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate well with others, manage conflict and apply critical reflection skills to foster strong clinical outcomes.
- Demonstrated experience participating in and/or leading quality improvement activities, service development and evaluation activities.
- Demonstrated high level time management and administrative organisational skills.
- Current drivers License and willingness to travel across the District as well as ability to attend Nepean hospital within 1 hour of when allocated shifts on the 24/7 crisis roster.
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Helen Levingston on Helen.Levingston@health.nsw.gov.au
If you would like support with your application, please contact our Aboriginal Recruitment Coordinator, Christina Roberts, on 0428 391 926 or NBMLHD-aboriginalworkforce@health.nsw.gov.au.
