Key Points
- Support women and children impacted by domestic and family violence
- Join a national pilot program delivering innovative outreach healthcare
- Part‑time role (3 days) with a compassionate, values‑driven team
Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of women and children affected by domestic, family, and sexual violence (DFSV)?
Join a groundbreaking national pilot program improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations residing in crisis accommodation on the Central Coast. As a key member of a multi‑disciplinary outreach healthcare team, you will deliver trauma‑informed, evidence‑based, and developmentally appropriate care that supports women and children to rebuild their health and wellbeing.
What you’ll do
- Work alongside an experienced GP as part of an established outreach healthcare program in collaboration with Central Coast PHN and Point Clare Medical Practice.
- Conduct health assessments, support care planning, and coordinate referrals to GPs, allied health, and community‑based services.
- Provide health education and promote wellbeing for women and children who have experienced trauma and displacement.
- Collaborate with refuge staff and other service providers to ensure coordinated, person‑centred care.
- Support initiatives that build health literacy, empower clients, and promote safe, informed health choices.
- Contribute to continuous quality improvement and assist in evaluating the outcomes of this innovative pilot.
What We’re Looking For
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Experience in primary health care, community health, or women’s and children’s health.
- Strong understanding of trauma‑informed, culturally safe, and person‑centred care.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship‑building skills.
- Ability to work independently while being part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to travel regularly between crisis accommodation sites.
Benefits
- Be part of a nationally recognised pilot programme creating lasting impact for vulnerable women and children.
- Work within a values‑driven, team-oriented team dedicated to holistic, person‑centred care.
- Opportunity to help shape the future of community‑based healthcare delivery in a refuge environment.
- Enjoy flexible, part‑time hours that promote work‑life balance and professional growth.
- 12‑month contract role with potential to extend depending on funding.
Selection Criteria
Essential
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
- Demonstrated clinical experience relevant to the role, including health assessment, care coordination, and health promotion.
- High‑level interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Understanding of relevant health legislation, professional standards, and clinical governance.
- Digital literacy, including experience with electronic medical record systems.
- Evidence of current and ongoing professional indemnity insurance.
- Valid NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
- Willingness to obtain an NSW Police Check.
Desirable
- Experience in primary care, women’s health, mental health, or child and family health.
- Experience working with people affected by domestic and family violence.
- Cultural competence and understanding of how culture influences health and engagement.
- Familiarity with RACGP Standards for general practices.
How to apply
To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated perks of this opportunity, please contact Chelsea Farrar today on or for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click Apply to submit your covering letter and CV.
Interviews will commence immediately.
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