CCLHD- Aboriginal Counsellor- New Street

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Health Clinician Level 4
Remuneration: Depending upon qualification
Hours Per Week:38
Location: Central Coast
Requisition ID:REQ582720
Applications Close: Sunday 07 September at 11:59pm 2025

Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

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. This unique and impactful counselling role offers the opportunity to contribute to early intervention efforts that can transform life trajectories. You will play a key role in supporting healing, strengthening family relationships, and ensuring culture remains central to the care of children and young people, while being part of a close-knit team that values honesty, support, and growth.

About the Role

As the Aboriginal Counsellor within the New Street team, you will play a vital and multifaceted role in supporting children and young people aged 10–17 who have engaged in sexually harmful behaviour. Your primary focus will be on early intervention, delivering culturally safe and trauma-informed counselling that promotes healing, safety, and positive, long-lasting change.

You will work closely with the young people and their families, providing support to strengthen family relationships and enhance overall family functioning. Engaging meaningfully with Aboriginal communities on Darkinjung Country, you will build trust and foster greater access to services, ensuring cultural knowledge and community perspectives remain central to all aspects of care. Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute your clinical expertise and cultural insight to create a supportive environment that values continuous learning, cultural safety, and holistic wellbeing.

This role is suitable for the following:

• Counsellor Level 4

• Psychologist

• Social Worker Level 4

• Senior Psychologist

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

• This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such.

• You bring cultural strength and safety into your work, and can lead or support cultural conversations within a team.

• You hold a current NSW driver's licence.

• You're open to learning and growth, including specialised training in trauma, counselling and violence prevention (with full support from the team).

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.
    

Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact

Laura Matheson
Phone:02 4328 7350
Email:laura.matheson@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). 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.

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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