CCLHD - Social Worker Level 3 Senior Clinician - Sexual Assault Service

Job Description

Employment Type : Permanent Full TimePosition Classification : Social Worker Level 3Remuneration : $2,154.06 - $2,223.86 per weekHours Per Week : 38Requisition ID : REQ544406An 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. Central Coast Local Health District is seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Social Worker Level 3 to join their Sexual Assault Service (SAS) team currently based at Watt Street, Gosford. This permanent, full-time role offers an exceptional opportunity to provide vital support to individuals and families impacted by sexual assault. As a Senior Social Worker, you will be at the forefront of providing integrated psychosocial, medical, and forensic responses to both adults and children, ensuring trauma-informed care and a holistic approach to recovery. You will play a key role in advancing the service, contributing to clinical practice, and leading initiatives that support the ongoing development of the team and the services provided. In this position, you will provide specialist counselling, casework, and therapeutic interventions to children, adults, and their non-offending family members. Working within a trauma-informed context, you will offer both crisis and long-term support, assisting individuals in their recovery from the impacts of sexual assault. Your role will include court support, developing integrated care plans, and working collaboratively with colleagues across Violence, Abuse, and Neglect (VAN) services to deliver seamless care. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to lead clinical initiatives, contribute to quality improvement activities, and provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff and students. You will be responsible for ensuring that all interventions are culturally safe, ethical, and evidence-based, aligned with the NSW Health Prevention and Response to Violence Abuse and Neglect (PARVAN) Framework. If you are ready to make a significant impact and lead a dedicated team in a challenging and rewarding environment, we invite you to apply for this position. Be part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of families in our community. About You You will have tertiary qualifications in Social Work, with eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) (overseas qualifications must supply the AASW Overseas Assessment number). An understanding of the current AASW Practice Standards. You have demonstrated experience in crisis intervention and trauma counselling, specifically with individuals affected by sexual assault. You have advanced knowledge of the impact of trauma on children, young people, and adults which will guide your work in assessment, therapy, and case management. You have a high level of competency in both written and verbal communication, including the use of mediation, conflict management, and negotiation. Where You’ll Be Working You will be working at Watt Street, Gosford, a supportive and dynamic work environment within the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD). This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers, medical professionals, and other specialists, in a well-established service dedicated to addressing the needs of those affected by sexual assault. You will be part of a collaborative team that strives to make a positive difference in the lives of those experiencing trauma, with access to professional development and training to enhance your skills and expertise. The location offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a service in an area of critical need, supporting the recovery and wellbeing of the community. What we Offer Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast. Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions. Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax. Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing. Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership. Social Club. Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Child Safe Standard Commitment Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative. The ‘Stepping Up’ online resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants understand how to apply for roles within NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process. For more information, please visit: Stepping Up Applications Close: Sunday, 9 March 2025 at 11.59pm. You are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367. #J-18808-Ljbffr