CCLHD- Aboriginal Clinical Lead- Violence, Abuse & Neglect

CCLHD- Aboriginal Clinical Lead- Violence, Abuse & Neglect

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Employment Type : Permanent Full-Time

Position Classification : Aboriginal Clinical Lead- Violence, Abuse, & Neglect

Remuneration : Dependant on Qualifications

Hours Per Week : 38

Location : Central Coast

Requisition ID : REQ609399

Applications Close : Thursday 13 November 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 clinical and 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.

About The Opportunity

This vital leadership role will ensure an Aboriginal world view is embedded across 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.

• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and mentorship to embed cultural safety and Aboriginal perspectives across 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.

This role is suitable for Counsellor Level 4, Psychologist, Sexual Assault Worker Level 4, Senior Psychologist, or Social Worker Level 4.

About You

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

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.

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.

Need More Information?

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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

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