Health Clinician - Sydney, Australia - NSW Government -South Western Sydney Local Health District

NSW Government -South Western Sydney Local Health District

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Sydney, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Employment Type:
Permanent Part Time, 30 hours per week

Location:
Liverpool Hospital, Eastern Campus

Position Classification:
Sexual Assault Worker Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Psychologist

Remuneration:

Sexual Assault Worker Level 3:
$ $54.78 per hour

Social Worker Level 3:
$ $54.78 per hour

Psychologist:
$ $53.41 per hour

Requisition ID:
REQ422462

Application Close Date:20/08/2023

Interview Date Range: 23/08/ /08/2023

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About the Opportunity
SWSLHD has an exciting opportunity for a Health Clinician to join a collaborative and professional team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team who demonstrates capacity in acute child protection, trauma informed therapeutic care for children/young people and their families through understanding the potential long term health impacts for people who have experienced violence, abuse and neglect.

What You'll be Doing

The JIRT HC provides direct support to children and young people who have experienced serious and criminal sexual and physical abuse, neglect and their non-offending family members referred to JIRT.

The position supports the Senior Health Clinician (HC) in managing Health aspects of JIRT referrals. HC works along-side Family and Community Services and NSW Police.

Where You'll Be Working

South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life.

We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.

The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney's new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.

As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage.

It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.

How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.

Qualifications in one of the following:
Psychologist:

Completion of a four-year sequence of accredited undergraduate study in the discipline of psychology (or equivalent completed overseas) with full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia

Social Work: A Social Work degree which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Sexual Assault Worker: Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent.
Demonstrated extensive experience in Child Protection work.
Demonstrated experience working in partnership with Aboriginal services and community members and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of issues surrounding child sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect of children and young people.
Demonstrated extensive clinical experience in relation to child protection interventions and crisis intervention, counselling and case management and demonstrated knowledge of child protection issues and impact, including relevant legislation and guidelines in relation to Child Protection, JRU and JIRTs.
Demonstrate high level verbal and written communication, negotiation and advocacy skills and ability to adapt communication style to suit target audience.
Demonstrate the ability to lead and independently problemsolve set priorities in complex situations.
Demonstrate experience working with culturally diverse backgrounds and the ability to provide culturally safe environment for peers, children and families.
Demonstrate capacity to work in partnership with key multidisciplinary, interagency and stakeholders, to contribute to the development of therapeutic responses to meet demand and address client needs.

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Additional Information

Stepping Up - Close the Gap

Workplace Giving Program

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees also have the opportunity to make a difference to help those less fortunate.

Visit the Workplace Giving Program for more information.

Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services.

Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.

SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values - Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
***- All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a prim