CCLHD- Senior Social Worker- Sexual Assault Service

Role Title: CCLHD- Senior Social Worker- Sexual Assault Service
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $2240.23 - $2312.82
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Central Coast
Requisition ID: REQ653252
Applications Close: Thursday, 9 April 2026 at 11:59pm

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by sexual assault. Join Central Coast Local Health District and contribute to trauma-informed, culturally safe, and evidence-based care for clients accessing Violence, Abuse and Neglect (VAN) services.


About the Opportunity

The Senior Social Worker in the Sexual Assault Service (SAS) provides integrated psychosocial responses (counselling and crisis care), to adults and children who have experienced Sexual Assault, and their non- offending family members. This role works closely with their colleagues within VAN Services and more broadly across the health service to facilitate recovery, and trauma informed care. In this role you will:


• Deliver trauma-informed counselling, casework, and crisis intervention to clients and non-offending family members.
• Provide education, consultation, and support to internal and external professionals and community partners.
• Mentor and support junior social workers and students to develop skills and best practice.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives and clinical research to enhance service delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure culturally safe, coordinated, and client-centred care.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description


About working in Violence, Abuse and Neglect on the Central Coast

Our services are dynamic, innovative, and leaders in trauma informed, culturally safe and strength-based care. We have a primary role in establishing stabilisation and safety for children, young people, individuals and families and work across the health system to support healing and recovery. We are committed to professional development and continuous improvement and strive for a flexible and responsive public health response to Violence Abuse and Neglect.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A Degree in Social Work with eligibility for AASW membership and a demonstrated understanding of AASW Practice Standards.
• Experience providing trauma-informed counselling, crisis intervention, and sexual assault casework across diverse populations.
• Advanced understanding of the impact of trauma on children, young people, and adults, with demonstrated assessment and therapeutic skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills to work effectively with clients, families, and partner agencies.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, work autonomously, and lead quality improvement initiatives in complex environments.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.


Need More Information?
Laura Matheson
Phone: 0457 488 020
Email: laura.matheson@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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