Female Sexual Assualt Worker (Lvl 1-2) - Rosemeadow Community Health Centre - Temp FT

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 1,000 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Australia is seeking a Sexual Assault Worker to provide essential therapeutic and support services for survivors of sexual assault. This role involves case management, counselling, and support during medical examinations, ensuring cultural respect and trauma-informed care. Applicants must have a relevant degree and an Australian driver's license. The organization is committed to diversity and professional growth.

Benefits

Salary packaging benefits

Discounted gym membership

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine requirement for women under Section 31.2H of the Anti-Discrimination Act.
• Demonstrated cultural expertise in trauma-informed care principles.
• Possess an Australian C-Class driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic and support services for sexual assault survivors.
• Engage in case management, counselling, and advocacy during medical examinations.
• Participate on the afterhours sexual assault roster.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Counselling

Advocacy

Crisis intervention

Education

Degree in Social Work, Psychology or counselling

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until July 2026

Location: Rosemeadow Community Health Centre

Position Classification: Sexual Assault Worker Level 1- 2

Remuneration: $1,463.51 - $2,087.88 per week

Requisition ID: REQ623931

Application Close Date: 30/11/2025

Interview Date Range: 03/12/2025 - 10/12/2025

Contact Details: Rhondele Mayo – 0460 039 019 | [e-mail]

About The Opportunity: The position is responsible for the provision of a broad range of therapeutic and support services for children, young people and adults who have experienced sexual assault as well as their non‑offending parents/carers and significant others.

This Response Includes:

• Case management, counselling, crisis counselling, advocacy and support during medical examinations.
• Intake, assessment, case planning and referral functions.
• Participation on the afterhours sexual assault roster.
• Court preparation and court support.

What You’ll Be Doing: This position will have a professional development plan in place that will provide the opportunity for work‑based development which allows for progression through the Award levels in accordance with the incumbent’s skill acquisition.

Where You’ll Be Working: SWSLHD Primary & Community Health provides a comprehensive range of community‑based services designed to improve and maintain the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities across South Western Sydney. These services include prevention, early intervention, assessment, acute and post‑acute treatment, health maintenance, and continuing care. The team supports diverse populations, offering specialised programmes for children, young people, older adults, and at‑risk communities. With over 800 dedicated staff, including Aboriginal Health Workers, nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, the service ensures high‑quality care close to where people live. The focus on community health and wellbeing makes SWSLHD Primary & Community Health an ideal place to work, providing opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community.

How To Apply: To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• Being a woman is a genuine requirement for this position under Section 31.2H of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1977.
• Degree in Social Work, Psychology or other relevant counselling degree deemed appropriate by employer or completion in the ECAV pathway, with demonstrated cultural expertise.
• Can you describe how you apply trauma‑informed care principles when supporting survivors of sexual assault, particularly in culturally diverse communities.
• Applicants must possess an Australian C‑Class driver’s license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) licence within three months of appointment. Learner’s licences are not permitted.

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Additional 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.

Health & Fitness: South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience: Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHD’s 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.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTI+ community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

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