Aboriginal Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Division of Kids & Families | $74,742 - $142,133 per annum + Super + Salary Packaging | Permanent Full Time 38 hours per week | REQ463163 | Further incentives offered

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**With you, we can do more.**

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- Are you an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Social Worker/Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist who has experience supporting people who have been impacted by violence? Do you have counselling skills and are you someone who likes to take innovative approaches to complex situations? Are you passionate about supporting people thought their healing journey?


Then you could be the perfect Social Worker/Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist to join the ISLHD Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Counselling Service located on the lands of the Dharawal and Yuin nations. We are looking for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Social Worker/Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist who:

- Has counselling experience working with adults and children and young people with complex trauma
- Knowledge and understanding of the impacts of trauma on the brain and body
- Understands the impact of colonisation, patriarchy and other social political systems that have impacted Indigenous Australian experience of violence and abuse.
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This is a wonderful opportunity for a Social Worker/Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist to join the busy and dynamic Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Counselling Service. This position is part of a team of counsellors, providing assessments crisis and ongoing counselling to adults who have experienced domestic violence, and children and adults who have experienced sexual assault. This is a Permanent Full Time position.


Current unrestricted NSW driver’s licence with the ability to travel in accordance with position responsibilities.


**Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.**

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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 operate eight 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 is close by.


The role is based at Warilla Community Health Centre and Dapto Community Health Centre.


**Looking for more than just a salary?**

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Besides your salary, you’ll also have access to:

- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- A fitness passport, that both you and your family can enjoy
- Training and education opportunities
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities - our service is expanding, with current sites being redeveloped. Be part of our future planning and have the opportunity to work in new teams
- Cultural mentoring and support



**Selection Criteria**
- Describe your therapeutic counselling skills for working with adults and young people who have experienced trauma (sexual assault/domestic violence) (please provide examples).
- How does the effect of colonisation impact Indigenous Australian’s today, and what considerations are needed for the therapeutic alliance and healing in counselling? (please provide examples).


To be considered for this position please ensure you answer the above criteria as well as submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter (no more than 1-2 pages)

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**Need more information or help applying?**
- View the Position Description
- Visit the ISLHD website
- Learn more about ISLHD’s commitment to equal employment opportunities and other important information