MLHD Violence, Abuse and Neglect Coordinator

2 days ago


Wagga Wagga New South Wales, Australia Murrumbidgee Local Health District Full time $119,000 - $133,853 per year

MLHD Violence, Abuse and Neglect Coordinator

Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce utilising innovative, evidence-based skills and interventions to lead and coordinate the provision of high-quality clinical services to people in Murrumbidgee Local Health District who have experienced violence, abuse and neglect (VAN). With a key focus on call 24/7 service responding to Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Child Physical Abuse and Neglect.

With a rewarding career you can be part of the vibrant and professional team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

Our benefits:

  • A collaborative, teams-based multi-disciplinary approach to patient care
  • Engaging and intellectually stimulating work
  • A team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it serves
  • A position dedicated to empowering others to achieve their goals
  • Salary packaging, novated leasing, and Health and Wellbeing Support

Employment type: Permanent Full Time

Position classification: Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 5, Snr Psychologist, Social Worker Level 5

Renumeration: $119, $133,853.00 per annum (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)  

Hours per week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ605585

Location: Wagga Wagga

Who we are:

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (LHD) is the largest employer in the region, with over 5,000 healthcare staff working across 33 hospitals and 12 primary health care centres.

At Murrumbidgee LHD, we set the bar high; attracting the best people, who innovate to drive better care. We are committed to working with our communities with a strong focus on safety and improvement.

We're looking for dedicated health professionals who want to make a real difference and be part of a workforce that's connected, compassionate, and striving for excellence. We can offer you outstanding experiences and infinite opportunities.

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.   

What you'll be doing:

Leading the development and provision of VAN integration in line with NSW Health Integrated Prevention And Response to Violence Abuse and Neglect (IPARVAN). Focusing on the collaboration with Priority Populations Program (PPP) services and also broader health services such as mental health to ensure the implementation of the 24/7 VAN on call service to include Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence and Child Physical Abuse and Neglect.

You will lead the local development and provision of VAN on call services, including localised policy and procedures, in line with NSW Health Responding to Sexual Assault (Adult and Child) Policies and Procedures.

Work collaboratively with the PPP Manager, Sexual Assault Clinical Lead, Forensic Medical Lead, Child and Adolescent Safety Pediatrician, MLHD Counselling Clinical Lead, JCPRP Coordinator, Child Protection Counselling Service Clinical Lead and Priority Populations Program in the implementation and development of policy and strategic direction and in responding to the needs for the PPP services within the District.

Criteria:

Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

  • NSW WWCC
  • Vaccination Category A
  • Relevant qualification (as per position description listed classifications)
  • Registration with accredited professional body
  • Drivers license

More information:

  1) Download the Position Description

  2) Find out more about applying for this position.

For role related queries or questions contact Shannon McMahon, Manager Priority Populations Program on or for a confidential chat. 

MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Applications close: 29 October 2025

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