Family Violence Support Worker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Worker Level 3 Senior Clinician to join our Domestic & Family Violence Support Service (DFVSS).

This is a specialist role providing trauma-informed support to people experiencing domestic and family violence, while also building the capability of health services to respond safely and effectively.

The Domestic & Family Violence Support Service provides specialist social work support to clients experiencing domestic and family violence through referrals from Emergency Departments and Domestic Violence Routine Screening services.

As a Senior Clinician, you will deliver responsive, client-centred care focused on safety, wellbeing and recovery, while also providing specialist consultation and education to health professionals.

In this role, you will:

• Provide specialist assessment, risk assessment, safety planning and brief therapeutic support to clients experiencing domestic and family violence.
• Facilitate referrals and coordinated care pathways across health, legal, community and support services.
• Deliver specialist consultation and advice to health professionals and multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop and deliver education activities that strengthen workforce capability in responding to domestic and family violence.
• Work collaboratively with health and partner agencies to support coordinated and effective responses.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and continuous improvement initiatives within Violence, Abuse and Neglect services.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description 

We are looking for someone who has:

• A Bachelor degree in Social Work and eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• Demonstrated experience working with individuals and families impacted by domestic and family violence.
• Advanced assessment, risk management and safety planning skills.
• Strong communication, consultation and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proven ability to work autonomously across hospital, community and outreach settings.
• A commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred and culturally responsive practice.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits 

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave. 

• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance. 

• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. 

• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities. 

 
Need More Information? 
Daniel Hooper 
Phone: 0427 267 485
Email: daniel.hooper@health.nsw.gov.au 

Click here to find out more about applying for this position. 

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. 

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support. 

 
Vaccination Requirements 

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes: 

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 

• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. 

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. 

 
Additional Information 

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.  

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