Domestic & Family Violence and Sexual Assault Service Counsellor
This is a temporary leave relief position until 19 July 2026 with the possibility of extension.
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
The Domestic Family Violence and Sexual Assault Service (DFVSAS) is responsible for delivering sexual assault and domestic violence services across ISLHD, leadership and capacity building within these portfolios and within ISLHD Violence Abuse and Neglect (VAN) service system.
DFV&SAS Counsellors provide high quality, culturally competent, trauma-informed therapeutic counselling and support services to:
• people who have experienced sexual abuse (ie. children, young people, their non-offending family members and adults);
• adults affected by domestic and family violence (DFV); and,
• children under 10 years of age (and their families), presenting with problematic and/or harmful sexualised behaviours.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
Shoalhaven Hospital, located on Yuin Country, is the main acute care hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. The hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Children’s Ward and Maternity Unit, as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre and sub-acute Mental Health Unit.
With a significant redevelopment of the hospital currently underway and a strong focus on career development, there has never been a better time to join our progressive and growing team in the Shoalhaven.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
· Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
· Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
· Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
· Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
· Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
· Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
· Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
· Working With Children Check (WWCC)
· Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
· A minimum of 3 years relevant clinical experience post-graduation providing trauma informed therapeutic support services with people who have experienced trauma (namely child/adult sexual assault, family and domestic violence), including psychosocial assessments, crisis interventions, risk assessment and safety planning, advocacy, psychoeducation, therapeutic counselling and group work.
· Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
· Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
· Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
· Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
· Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
· For role-related queries or help applying, contact Jennie Wilson on Jennie.Wilson@health.nsw.gov.au
