Sexual Assault Counsellor

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3

Remuneration:

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ603251

Advertising closes: 8 October 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing

Provide specialist counselling, support and advocacy to victims of sexual assault and their non-offending family members and outreach communities, to ensure optimal health outcomes for patients of the service.

About you

Do you have tertiary Degree in Social Work or other equivalent qualification providing eligibility for membership of AASW or Current full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia with a four year degree in psychology, being a three year degree with a fourth year honours in psychology, or a qualification deemed equivalent by the employer and demonstrated high level of clinical expertise in counselling skills in working with child, adolescent and adult victims of sexual assault and their non-offending family members or friends within a trauma framework.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

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