Aboriginal Sexual Assault Clinician - Location Negotiable within the MNCLHD
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $108,595 - $112,114
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ513860
Advertising Closes: 18 November 2024
Location is Negotiable within the Mid North Coast Local Health District. We have offices in Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie.
About you
Do you have a Bachelor of Social Work (or qualification deemed equivalent) and eligibility for membership with the AASW? Are you registered as a psychologist with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Do you have demonstrated high level of clinical expertise in counselling skills in working with child, adolescent and adult victims of violence? Do you work from a feminist perspective? Do you have a sound understanding of trauma informed/violence informed frameworks? If so, we want to hear from you!
What we Offer
We offer a culture of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment, an interesting work environment and an opportunity to make a positive impact on the delivery and future of rural and regional health. Working the MNCLHD gives you access to a great range of benefits:
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Paid Maternity, Adoption and Parental Leave
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) for full time employees
- Salary Packaging
- Professional Development and Learning
- Relocation Assistance (via Salary Packaging)
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
The Organisation
The Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) is a government funded health organization that covers an area of 11,335 square kilometers extending from Port Macquarie in the south to Coffs Harbour in the north. MNCLHD provides a diverse range of services to a population of approximately 215,000 people. It has a workforce of 4,694 across seven hospitals sites and 12 Community Health Centres.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@nsw.health.gov.au or 0487 971 41.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
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- Bachelor of Social Work and current membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers.
- Demonstrated high level of clinical expertise in counselling skills in working with child, adolescent and adult victims of sexual assault and their non-offending family members or friends within a trauma framework.
- Demonstrated proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet competing deadlines and demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team across the interagency framework.
- Proven knowledge and skills in the development and delivery of professional education, community development and primary intervention programmes.
- Extensive capability in working effectively with key stakeholders.
- High level skills and knowledge of crisis intervention within a tertiary trauma setting and participation in a 24 hour On Call Service.
- Current unrestricted class C NSW Drivers Licence.
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For role related queries or questions contact Danny Stoddart on Danny.Stoddart@health.nsw.gov.au
