Senior Health Clinician, Pathways to Safety and Support Pilot (PSSP) - Targeted

NSW Health; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Tamworth is seeking a Clinical Leader to guide a new service targeted at vulnerable children and families. This role includes responsibilities in clinical leadership, service design, and providing culturally safe support. Candidates must hold relevant qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling and demonstrate experience in therapeutic interventions. Competitive remuneration offered along with various employment benefits including significant leave options.

Benefits

Monthly Allocated Days Off

4 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experienced in providing assessment, safety planning, and therapeutic interventions for vulnerable families.
• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing reflection and culturally safe service delivery.
• Eligibility for membership to relevant professional associations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to the new Pathways to Safety and Support Pilot Service.
• Design new services and make system wide improvements.
• Ensure culturally appropriate support for children impacted by harm.

Skills

Culturally safe services

Assessment and safety planning

Therapeutic intervention

Systems advocacy

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Degree in Psychology

Bachelor's degree in Counselling

Tools

Valid unrestricted driver's license

Job description

Lead change, shape a new service, and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people and families in Tamworth.

Remuneration: $109,247 - $133,156 per annum + super
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2026
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 4, Social Worker Level 4, Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist
Location: Kamilaroi Country | Tamworth
Hours Per Week: 38

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access.

Where you'll be working:

This new role will have membership of a dedicated network of Social Workers, Psychologists and Counsellors who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. This position is based in Tamworth.

About the role:

This position will provide vital clinical leadership to the new Pathways to Safety and Support Pilot Service (PSSP). PSSP is a DCJ funded, NGO led service that will establish a new referral, triage and support service for children and young people (aged 0-17 years) with and harmed by PHSB and their families and care givers.

This role will provide an exciting opportunity to have direct input into new service design and make positive system wide improvements to the way the needs of children and young people with PHSB, and those impacted by PHSB are met.

About you:

This role is suitable for Social Workers, Psychologists and Counsellors experienced in providing assessment, safety planning, therapeutic intervention and systems advocacy for vulnerable children, young people and families and those who have experienced violence, abuse and neglect.

Well developed knowledge and skills providing culturally safe services will be vital, as too will be a commitment to ongoing reflection and learning in relation to delivering care that embeds the importance of culture to the overall wellbeing of children, young people and families.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Social Work which provides eligibility for membership to Australian Association of Social Workers or
• Degree in Psychology with full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, or
• Bachelor's degree in Counselling from a recognised and accepted education provider, with appropriate accreditation or registration as deemed appropriate by the employer.
• Valid unrestricted drivers' licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel in the course of employment.

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations.

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information:

• This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?
For role related queries or questions contact Sarah Farrell or Tina Maybury.

Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.

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.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.