CCLHD - Clinical Lead - CCMARC Child Wellbeing

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time till March 2027

Position Classification: Social Worker Level 4

Remuneration: $ to $ per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Central Cost

Requisition ID: REQ611193

Applications Close: Sunday, 9th November 2025 at 11:59PM

Join the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) as a Social Worker Level 4 and become part of our dynamic, multidisciplinary team If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, this is your chance to shine and contribute significantly to the health services of the Central Coast community. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to showcase your skills

About the Role

The Clinical Lead – Central Coast Multi-Agency Response Centre (CCMARC) and Child Wellbeing is a diverse role and a key leader in the Districts response to vulnerable children and families. Working in partnership with DCJ, Child Wellbeing Units and other key partners to collaborate in the multiagency decision making, planning and response, the role requires the supervision and mentoring of the CCMARC Health team. The team shares information through established processes but also participates in complex case discussions, planning, referral and care navigation.

• The position also provides a co-ordination function within the District to enhance child wellbeing and to improve child protection responses to vulnerable children, young people and their families, particularly where concerns are raised by mandatory reporters via Child Wellbeing Units.
• The Clinical Lead is pro-active in areas of service development, identifying gaps and opportunities for practice improvement and participates in the delivery of Violence, Abuse and Neglect mandatory training (Child Protection, Domestic Violence and DV Routine screening) and other targeted training to CCLHD staff.
• They work closely with their managers and colleagues within Violence, Abuse and Neglect Services and more broadly across the health service to facilitate integrated and trauma informed care that is holistic and seamless. They actively support their team to be innovative, culturally safe and evidence based to develop and deliver effective and sound interventions that operationalise the NSW Health Prevention and Response to Violence Abuse and Neglect (PARVAN) Framework, Service Standards and relevant Policy and Procedures
• As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.

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

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• A degree in Social Work from an accredited course and eligibility for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) (overseas qualifications must supply the AASW Overseas Assessment number). A demonstrated understanding of the current AASW Practice Standards as they relate to the position.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in and understanding of child protection principles and practice in a health context, demonstrated knowledge in legislation, relevant Acts and NSW Health policies in regard to violence, abuse and neglect.
• Demonstrated skills in team leadership, providing clinical supervision and practice development, including advanced skills in communication with experience in reviewing and developing policy, implementing service standards and guidelines.

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

• 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.

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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- or call 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. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

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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