Child Protection Counsellor - Incentives Offered

About the role:

Are you a motivated, resilient, and compassionate health professional with a strong understanding of trauma, violence, abuse, and neglect? The Moree Violence, Abuse and Neglect (VAN) Team is seeking a dedicated Child Protection Counsellor to deliver trauma-informed, culturally competent counselling and casework services to children, young people (0–18 years) and their families.

You’ll work as part of a small but highly supportive team of four in Moree, backed by the broader Community Health team and the district-wide VAN network. As part of the Child Protection Counselling Service (CPCS), you will provide medium to long-term therapeutic interventions (3–18 months) that are child-focused and family-centred, and designed to support recovery from trauma and reduce future risk

This is a rewarding role for a practitioner who thrives in a collaborative and community-focused environment.

About you:

We are looking for a motivated, organised and resilient health professional who understands the complex impact of violence, abuse and neglect on victims, families, carers and communities. You will display your prior experience providing culturally appropriate and competent services and programs. You will have excellent communication and leadership skills, have an exceptional work ethic and time management skills.

Requirements:

• Must hold a qualification as well as relevant experience in Social Work which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

Additional Information:

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. 
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• Hunter New England Health 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 Child Safe Standards. 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. 
• This position is full time; however, part time arrangements will be considered (minimum 2 days per week).
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

The Perks
✅ Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.* 
✅ Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero 
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
✅ Paid parental leave to support your next big chapter (for eligible employees)
✅ Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members