Position Title: Aboriginal Clinical Lead- Violence, Abuse & Neglect
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 4
Remuneration: Dependant on Qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Central Coast
Requisition ID: REQ 623243
Applications Close: Sunday, 7 December 2025 at 11:59pm
Do you have a passion for culturally safe, trauma-informed care and a commitment to supporting Aboriginal people and families? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are seeking an Aboriginal Clinical Lead – Violence, Abuse and Neglect to provide cultural leadership within our team.
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to growing and supporting our Aboriginal health workforce and delivering trusted care and better health for Aboriginal people on the Central Coast.
Violence Abuse and Neglect (VAN) services have a strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing, professional development and ethical practice and strive to provide flexible and responsive public health care that is culturally safe and humble.
We look forward to welcoming new and energetic staff and encourage you to reach out and yarn about the role so we can help you through the recruitment process or explore other opportunities.
About the Opportunity
This vital leadership role supports the leadership team to embed an Aboriginal world view in our Violence, Abuse and Neglect (VAN) services. You will support Aboriginal people and families accessing care, while guiding staff to provide culturally responsive and trauma-informed services. In this role you will:
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and mentorship to support cultural safety and Aboriginal perspectives in VAN services.
• Deliver and support trauma-informed, culturally safe care for Aboriginal children, young people, adults and families.
• Engage with Aboriginal communities, Elders and organisations to strengthen trust, collaboration and service accessibility.
• Support Aboriginal staff within VAN services to ensure a culturally safe and inclusive working environment.
• Contribute to service planning, interagency collaboration and continuous improvement to enhance culturally safe care.
VAN leaders and clinicians are aware of the cultural load on Aboriginal staff and regularly engage in review and reflective practice to ensure the load is shared and practice improvement opportunities are identified and actioned.
This role is suitable for Counsellor Level 4, Psychologist, Sexual Assault Worker Level 4, Senior Psychologist, or Social Worker Level 4.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage, confirmed through community recognition as required under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
• A bachelor's degree in social work, Counselling, Psychology or related health discipline, with relevant registration or membership.
• Deep understanding of the impacts of violence, abuse and neglect and experience in trauma-informed practice.
• Proven ability to deliver and support culturally responsive care in collaboration with Aboriginal communities and organisations.
• Demonstrated leadership capability to mentor staff and uphold cultural and clinical supervision standards.
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.
• Cultural Supports: NAIDOC leave, access to cultural mentoring and supervision, networking with other Aboriginal staff and health professionals.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact:
Donna Curtis
Phone:
Email:
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-
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
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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