Sexual Assault Counsellor
Provide trauma-informed care, crisis support & counselling to all ages - join a passionate team making a real impact at Newcastle Sexual Assault Service
Remuneration: $109.247 – $133,156 per annum (dependent on qualifications) + superannuation + salary packaging
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 3, Clinical Psychologist
Applications Close: Monday 28th July 2025
Applicants must be female- under Section 31 (2) (h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
About the role:
This dynamic and meaningful position offers the opportunity to provide psycho-social assessments and therapeutic counselling to children, young people, and adults impacted by sexual assault. You’ll also contribute to the service’s intake and triage process, as well as deliver timely psychosocial responses during crisis situations.
Participation in our well-supported after-hours roster is required, with a maximum of three shifts per month - chosen by you to suit your schedule.
You’ll receive strong support from both the Team Leader and Clinical Lead, including a comprehensive orientation and access to regular clinical supervision during work hours. We’re committed to your ongoing development, with a range of training options available through the Education Centre Against Violence (ECAV). New staff are supported to complete key foundational training, and our team meets regularly for weekly clinical reviews and monthly professional development sessions.
Where you’ll be working:
Newcastle Sexual Assault Service (NSAS) operates on Awabakal Country, based in the Harker Building at Wallsend Health Campus. We also provide a 24-hour crisis forensic medical and psycho-social response from John Hunter Hospital. Our dedicated team of counsellors and expert forensic medical staff work collaboratively to deliver trauma-informed, high-quality care.
We are a passionate team that values inclusion, diversity, and a shared commitment to trauma-informed practice.
About you:
We’re seeking a collaborative team member with experience in trauma-informed therapeutic care. You will be supported to further develop your skills in specialist counselling and case management for individuals affected by sexual assault.
Essential to this role is your demonstrated expertise in conducting comprehensive psycho-social assessments and providing effective crisis intervention support.
Requirements:
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work or Psychology with eligibility for membership to the AASW or registration as a Psychologist with the APHRA, with extensive clinical experience in their profession.
Additional Information:
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- 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.
- 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.
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For role related queries or questions contact Aylin Craig on Aylin.Craig@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
