Sexual Assault Counsellor

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Australia is seeking a Sexual Assault Counsellor to provide specialist therapeutic support and case management for survivors. This role involves delivering tailored counselling and assessment services, participating in on-call duties, and collaborating with other health services to ensure trauma-informed care. Candidates should have a relevant tertiary qualification and experience in trauma counselling. Competitive remuneration based on qualifications.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Access to cultural supervision

Qualifications

• Eligibility for professional registration or association membership.
• Current NSW Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of principles of cultural safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist therapeutic support and case management.
• Deliver counselling, assessment and advocacy services.
• Participate in a 24-hour on-call roster for cases.

Skills

Counselling experience in complex trauma

Assessment and case management skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of legal systems and legislation

Education

Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or Counselling

Job description

Overview

Make a meaningful impact supporting survivors of sexual assault.

Join a trauma-informed, culturally responsive and collaborative team.

Be part of a 24/7 service delivering critical care and advocacy.

Empower recovery and resilience – deliver specialist counselling and case management to survivors of sexual assault across all ages.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

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

Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications

• Counsellor, Sexual Assault Worker & Social Worker Level 3 – $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum

• Psychologist - $77,358.00 - $113,226.00 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Blacktown - Community Health Centre

Location details: Join the Integrated Violence Prevention & Response Service (IVPRS) at Blacktown Community Health Centre, part of Western Sydney Local Health District. IVPRS leads trauma-informed care, supporting individuals and families affected by sexual assault, domestic violence and child protection concerns.

• Work within a multidisciplinary team committed to holistic care

• Be supported by a culture of collaboration, compassion and continuous learning

• Access professional development and cultural supervision

• Contribute to a service that values diversity, inclusion and cultural safety

• Located in a vibrant and accessible community health setting

What you'll be doing

As a Sexual Assault Counsellor, you’ll provide specialist therapeutic support and case management to children, young people and adults impacted by sexual assault. You’ll also support non-offending family members and collaborate with other services to ensure integrated, trauma-informed care.

• Deliver counselling, assessment and advocacy services tailored to individual needs

• Participate in a 24-hour on-call roster for recent sexual assault cases

• Facilitate access to forensic and medical services when required

• Collaborate across domestic violence and child protection portfolios for holistic care

• Support capacity building through training, consultation and interagency partnerships

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualification: Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology or Counselling

• Registration: Eligibility for appropriate professional registration or association membership.

Selection Criteria:

• Tertiary qualification (minimum bachelor’s degree) in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or Graduate Certificate in Human & Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma) and eligibility for appropriate professional registration or association membership.

• Demonstrated counselling experience in complex trauma and trauma informed practice within a Violence, Abuse & Neglect setting (e.g. sexual assault, child protection or domestic violence services).

• Demonstrated assessment, case management and counselling skills with children, young people and adults.

• Demonstrated understanding of the inter-related dynamics and effects of sexual assault, physical abuse and neglect and domestic violence and a commitment to integrated models for working with clients who have experienced trauma and abuse.

• Demonstrated understanding of intergenerational trauma and the principles of cultural safety, with experience in (or commitment to) providing culturally responsive services to individuals and families.

• Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated capacity to work with in collaboration and partnership with a wide range of key internal and external stakeholders.

• Knowledge and understanding of the legal systems, legislation and policies & procedures relating to violence, abuse and neglect.

• Current NSW Driver’s License

Requisition ID: REQ613144

Applications Close: 23rd October 2025

Need more information? Details about applying for this position and the selection process are typically provided by the employer. For inquiries about the role, contact Louise Harvey on 02 8890 7940.

Being Female is a genuine occupational qualification for this position as described under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 (NSW).

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; where required, reasonable adjustment will be provided. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the Stepping Up program page.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.