Psychologist/Social Worker Level 3, Child Protection Counselling Service

4 weeks ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

Are you passionate about helping children and their families involved with the care and protection system achieve safety and wellbeing, and recover from violence, abuse and/or neglect?

$39.01 - $67.15 per hour + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part Time 24 hours per week | REQ587847 | Grade: Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3 | Applications close: 20 July 2025

This is a temporary leave relief position until 28 June 2026 with the possibility of extension.

Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme – this position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $5,000/$10,000. Head here for more information. #RuralHealthIncentives

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

Then You Could Be The Perfect Person To Join The Professionals At Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD) Child Protection Counselling Service (CPCS). We're Looking For a Qualified Social Worker/Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist Who

  • Has extensive direct clinical experience providing counselling for people (including children) who have experienced violence, abuse, neglect and trauma.
  • Has knowledge and understanding of the impacts of trauma on the brain and development.
  • Has the ability to provide clinical supervision.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a Social Worker/Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist to join the busy and dynamic CPCS team. This position is part of a team of counsellors providing assessments, therapeutic case management, and ongoing counselling to children and their carers who have experienced domestic violence, physical abuse, or neglect.

Based at Nowra Community Health Centre and Warilla Community Health Centre with some outreach throughout the Illawarra

For more information and to view the position classification, see the here.

A Little About Us.

In the Shoalhaven, on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate three hospital sites: , and .

There are many benefits of living and working in . The region is home to some of Australia's most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events.

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)
  • – less tax and more take-home pay
  • – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
  • - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
  • – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
  • Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
  • 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:
  • Applicable vaccination requirements for a role
  • Working With Children Check (WWCC)
  • Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
  • 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 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?
  • Visit the ISLHD website for , and
  • Visit the . Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
  • Visit . The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
  • Follow us on social media: , , and .
  • For role-related queries or help applying, contact
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