Role Title: Senior Social Woker- Sexual Assault Service
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time until May 2027
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3
Remuneration: $2240.23 -$2312.82 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Central Coast
Requisition ID: REQ643308
Applications Close: Thursday, 26 March 2026 at 11:59pm
This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks' notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
Provide specialised social work services to adults and children who have experienced sexual assault. Join the Sexual Assault Service (SAS) and contribute to trauma-informed, evidence-based care and recovery for clients and their families.
About the Opportunity
The Senior Social Worker in the Sexual Assault Service delivers integrated psychosocial, medical, and forensic support within a multidisciplinary framework. In this role you will:
• Provide specialist counselling, casework, and therapeutic intervention to clients and their non-offending family members.
• Support children and families displaying harmful sexual behaviours and provide professional consultation to external partners.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical research to enhance outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor junior social workers and social work students, supporting professional growth.
• Participate in on-call roster and collaborate across VAN Services to ensure seamless, culturally safe care.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
• A Degree in Social Work from an accredited course with eligibility for AASW membership.
• Experience in trauma-informed counselling, crisis intervention, and recovery-focused practice for sexual assault clients.
• Advanced skills in assessment, casework, therapy, and working with children, young people, and adults affected by trauma.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication, with ability to manage conflict and negotiate effectively.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise competing demands, and build collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
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: 02 4328 7350
Email:
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 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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