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Mid North Coast Local Health District

New Street Clinician (Counsellor L3/SWkr4/ Snr Psych) - Identified - Mid North Coast Local Health District

FULL TIME

September 4, 2024

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Until 30 June 2026)
Position Classification: Health Clinician Lvl 4
Remuneration: 117544 - 120393
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ504544

Applications Close: 18 September 2024

What you'll be doing

MNCLHD New Street Service is a NSW Health child protection initiative and part of a developing network of services delivered by Local Health Districts in New South Wales. It provides counselling intervention to families of children and young people (10 – 17 years) who have sexually harmed.

To collaborate with local service providers in the provision of programs related to engaging with the local Aboriginal communities.

Undertake community development and capacity building with local Aboriginal communities in order to best facilitate ongoing communication and service delivery to these communities.

To act as a cultural broker in the work of MNCLHD New Street Service, both internally and with communities and other Government and Non- Government agencies.

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.

This is designated Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Tertiary Degree in Social Work or other equivalent qualification providing eligibility for membership of AASW or Current full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia with a four year degree in psychology, being a three year degree with a fourth year honours in psychology, or a qualification deemed equivalent by the employer and have completed a minimum of one year at the 9th year of service and thereafter point on the salary scale for Psychologist.

Demonstrated ability to provide counselling services to individuals, and families in the context of child sexual assault, trauma, violence and abuse and understanding of the legal and policy framework governing child protection in NSW.

Understanding of intergenerational trauma, child sexual abuse and the principles of family focussed intervention with the ability to engage with young people who have sexually harmed and with their families, including Aboriginal children and families.

Understanding of the impact of colonisation on Aboriginal people and communities and its relationship to Aboriginal family violence. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with Aboriginal communities in culturally competent ways and commitment to addressing Aboriginal health and community needs.

Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills in combination with a demonstrated ability to work as part of a small therapeutic team.

Accreditation or willingness to undertake and maintain accreditation with the Child Sex Offender Counsellor Accreditation Scheme administered by the NSW Children's Guardian.

Valid unrestricted drivers licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment, including overnight stays as required.

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 Bridget Abbott on Bridget.Abbott1@health.nsw.gov.au

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