Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
Reference number REQ640706 Occupation Health Clinician Work type Part-Time Location Wollongong & The South Coast Salary Information $116892 - $120680 Closing date 04 March 2026 at 11:59pm
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$40.57 - $60.86 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | 24 hours per week Permanent/Temporary | Illawarra and Shoalhaven | REQ640706 | Grade: Counsellor Level 3, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3 | Applications close: 4 March 2026
The successful candidate will be employed for 24 hours per week, comprising 18 permanent hours and 6 temporary hours per week until 1 November 2026 with the possibility of extension.
This position is district based, and may be expected to travel across locations in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven depending on service demands. Counselling is provided at a range of community health centres including Wollongong, Dapto, Kiama, Nowra and Ulladulla.
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The Bereavement Counsellor is responsible to the Clinical Service Manager, Palliative Care and works with the Bereavement Coordinator/Counsellor. The position sits within the Division of Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care to deliver specialist bereavement counselling and support across the ISLHD.
The Bereavement Counsellor is responsible for the delivery of specialist bereavement counselling and support to bereaved persons within the ISLHD. The Bereavement Counsellor will provide patient centred, evidence based therapeutic interventions and will work in collaboration with the Bereavement Coordinator/Counsellor to support the implementation of the Bereavement Model of Care, deliver broader activities within the bereavement program and participate in service planning, policy and service development. As a senior clinician, the Bereavement Counsellor will offer consultation and education to multidisciplinary staff within the ISLHD, as well as to the wider community.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
* Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
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Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
* Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or Relevant tertiary qualification in Counselling
* Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
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Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
* Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
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* For role-related queries or help applying, contact Bianka Eifler on Bianka.Eifler@health.nsw.gov.au
ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.