Senior Health Clinician, Pathways to Safety and Support Pilot (PSSP) - Targeted
Lead change, shape a new service, and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people and families.
* Remuneration : $63.81 - $65.35 per hour + super
* Employment Type : Temporary Full Time and Part Time until June 2026
* Position Classification : Counsellor Level 4, Social Worker Level 4, Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist
* Location : Awabakal and Kamilaroi Country | Hamilton and Tamworth
* Hours Per Week : up to 38
* Requisition ID : REQ
* Applications Close : Sunday, 18th January 2026
* Targeted Applicants : Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Where You'll Be Working
This new role will have membership of a dedicated network of Social Workers, Psychologists and Counsellors committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. The successful candidate will join a close-knit group of professionals, both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, working as part of the HNE New Street Service and HNE Sparks Services, providing early intervention, trauma informed care and culturally safe care to children and young people who have demonstrated problematic or harmful sexualised behaviour (PHSB) and their families.
* Two positions available: 1 FTE in Tamworth, 0.5 FTE in Newcastle (Hamilton)
About The Role
This position will provide vital clinical leadership to the new Pathways to Safety and Support Pilot Service (PSSP), a DCJ funded, NGO led service that will establish a new referral, triage and support service for children and young people (aged 0-17 years) with and harmed by PHSB and their families. You will provide clinical expertise, advice and support to DCJ and the NGO provider in establishing and implementing the new centralised referral pathway, and support the NGO to provide culturally safe responses.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to have direct input into new service design and make positive system-wide improvements to the way the needs of children and young people with PHSB, and those impacted by PHSB are met.
About You
We are seeking Social Workers, Psychologists and Counsellors experienced in assessment, safety planning, therapeutic intervention and systems advocacy for vulnerable children, young people and families who have experienced violence, abuse and neglect. The ideal candidate will have:
* Strong knowledge and skills in working with children and young people (0-17 years) who have demonstrated PHSB
* Experience in large government departments and/or NGO sector
* Skills in leading change while building collaborative interagency partnerships
* Well-developed knowledge and skills providing culturally safe services and a commitment to ongoing reflection and learning around culture and wellbeing
Requirements
* Bachelor of Social Work providing eligibility for membership to Australian Association of Social Workers
* Degree in Psychology with full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia
* Bachelor's degree in Counselling from a recognised provider with appropriate accreditation or registration
* Valid unrestricted driver's licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel
What We Can Offer You
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
* Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well‑being – discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
* This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
* An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
How To Apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
* Demonstrated clinical experience providing trauma informed and culturally safe holistic assessment, case coordination, therapeutic intervention and systems advocacy for children, young people and adults at risk of violence, abuse, and neglect.
* Demonstrated advanced knowledge of the psycho-social, developmental, and intersectional issues, needs and dynamics of children and young people (aged 0–17 years) who have displayed PHSB, and of their families / carers, and of those impacted by PHSB.
* Advanced ability to work in partnership with Aboriginal staff, service providers and community members and provide culturally safe service provision.
Information for Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing the selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health 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 encourage diverse applicants and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Please contact Rebecca Caldwell ( ) for confidential support in the recruitment process.
For role related queries or questions contact Sarah Farrell at
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