Integrated Violence Abuse and Neglect Clinician

Integrated Violence Abuse and Neglect Clinician - Incentives Offered Make a lasting impact – deliver trauma‑informed care that supports children, families & communities across the Northern Tablelands Employment Type : Permanent or Temporary Full‑Time opportunity available Position Classification : Counsellor Level 3, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3 Remuneration : $77,358 – $116,038 per annum (dependent on qualifications) + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives Hours Per Week : 38 Requisition ID : REQ Location : Inverell Community Health Service Closing Date : Monday 1st December Benefits 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* Collaborative multidisciplinary team with structured clinical and cultural supervision Professional development: training, mentoring and networking across the region Work‑life balance: allocated days off, salary packaging, Fitness Passport and proximity to nature This is more than a clinical role. You’ll provide trauma‑informed care that truly changes lives—supporting children, families, and communities affected by violence, abuse, and neglect across the Northern Tablelands. The work you’ll be proud of Deliver counselling and therapeutic support to children, families, and communities impacted by violence, abuse, and neglect Provide care across Inverell and outreach areas including Glen Innes, Warialda, and Tenterfield Apply NSW Health’s SAS and CPCS models and champion culturally safe practice, including Aboriginal‑led initiatives Support children under the age of criminal responsibility presenting with harmful sexualised behaviours Respond to after‑hours psychosocial crises as part of the Tier‑2 iVAN roster Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to training initiatives, and mentor students or junior clinicians About You Expertise in supporting clients affected by complex trauma, abuse, and neglect Proven experience delivering therapeutic interventions with children, families, and communities Cultural awareness and a strong commitment to culturally safe, community‑led practice, particularly in partnership with Aboriginal communities Advanced abilities in clinical reasoning, assessment, and intervention Clear communication skills and a collaborative, solutions‑focused mindset Confidence working across agencies and contributing to ongoing service development Requirements Hold a qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling that provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Knowledge, skills and experience to meet the requirements of a Level 3 Allied Health Clinician Current unrestricted NSW Driver’s Licence and ability to travel as part of the role within an outreach capacity 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. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. For eligibility details, see the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. Contact HNELHD‑ To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current NZ Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is found; offer limited to visa conditions and expiry. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent or temporary vacancies. We cannot accommodate visa sponsorship. 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. All staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‑being of children and young people. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Tiffany Ehsman on Information for Applicants Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria, visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, visit: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr