VANS On Call Worker
VANS On Call Worker (Social Worker/ Registered Nurse/ Sexual Assault Worker)
Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce providing culturally safe, trauma-informed crisis counselling and casework to victims of sexual assault and their non-offending family members
Our benefits
- A collaborative, teams-based multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
- Engaging and intellectually stimulating work
- A team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it serves
- A position dedicated to empowering others
Employment Type: Casual Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse, Sexual Assault Worker, Social Worker, Counsellor (with PACFA or ACA membership)
Remuneration: $37.48 – $54.94 per hour (+ Casual Loading)
Requisition ID: REQ631691
Location: Wagga Wagga
Who we are
We are an inclusive and committed team where staff are encouraged to bring their whole self to work, and are proud that our team is as diverse as the vibrant communities we support.
Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) delivers high-quality healthcare services to communities across regional and rural NSW. We are committed to building a skilled, confident and supported mental health workforce that delivers safe, evidence-based and compassionate care.
What you’ll be doing
You will provide trauma-informed crisis counselling and support to children, adults and families affected by sexual assault, including participation in a 24/7 on-call roster. You will work closely with medical, nursing, police and community partners to coordinate care, advocacy and forensic follow-up. You will also maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to a collaborative, multidisciplinary response to crisis presentations.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Provide trauma-informed crisis counselling and casework to victims of sexual assault and their non-offending family members.
- Participate in a 24/7 on-call roster to respond to urgent crisis presentations.
- Coordinate care with medical and nursing staff, including support during forensic examinations and follow-up.
- Work collaboratively with Police, Community Services and other agencies as part of joint responses to child sexual assault cases
- Travel to outreach locations as required to deliver services across the district.
Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level.
Criteria
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria
Relevant qualification as a Registered Nurse, Sexual Assault Worker, Social Worker or approved pathway and evidence of registration of
membership (or eligibility) with Australian recognised peak body.
- Demonstrated experience in trauma-informed crisis counselling and working with people affected by sexual assault. Current Driver’s license
- Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary and interagency team.
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence and New South Wales Working With Children Check
More information
- Click here for the Position Description.
- Find out more about applying for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Katie Lynch-Ridley, District Clinical Leader, Sexual Assault Counselling Services on 0499 611 788 or Katie.Lynchridley@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 20 February 2026
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
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