Aboriginal Family Clinician - Whole Family Team

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time - Up Until 30 January 2028

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. 

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks’ notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

Join us at Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) in our mission to enhance access to culturally sensitive and safe Violence Abuse and Neglect (VAN) services on Darkinjung country. We're seeking an Aboriginal Family Clinician to join our Whole Family Team, dedicated to supporting the recovery and ongoing safety of families and children involved with the child protection system. In this role, you'll receive clinical and cultural support, working within a culturally centred, trauma-informed approach. With smaller clinical loads, you'll have the time to foster strong community connections, offer genuine cultural consultation, and uphold the cultural integrity of care for our Aboriginal clients. Join us in making a meaningful difference in our community.

About You

• Are you deeply connected to your Aboriginal community and have experience in community engagement and understanding of Aboriginal cultures?
• Do you possess a strong understanding of working with individuals dealing with mental health and/or substance abuse issues or supporting complex families?
• Do you hold a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field, or have you completed the ECAV Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma)? Alternatively, are you committed to completing the ECAV Certificate IV in Aboriginal Family Wellbeing and Violence Prevention within your first year of employment?
• Are you passionate about your work and eager for growth opportunities within a supportive team environment, with possession of an eligible NSW Driver Licence and willingness to travel for work?

Where you’ll be working

Join our dynamic and innovative team at the forefront of trauma-informed, culturally safe, and strength-based care. We prioritise safety and stabilisation for children, young people, individuals, and families, working collaboratively across the health system to support healing and recovery while enhancing capacity and wellbeing. Committed to ongoing development and continuous improvement, we strive for a flexible and responsive public health approach to addressing Violence Abuse and Neglect. 

As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.

We eagerly await new and energetic staff, inviting you to reach out for a conversation about opportunities and support through the application process.

This role is suitable for the following: 

• Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
• Occupational Therapist Level 3
• Psychologist
• Social Worker Level 3
• Counsellor Level 3
• Welfare Officer Level 3

What we Offer

• Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast
• Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions.
• Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax.
• Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing.
• Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership.
• Social Club.
• Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Child Safe Standard Commitment

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes. The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Through the application of the Child Safe Standards our organisation will build a culture where abuse is prevented, responded to and reported. Child safety is everyone’s responsibility, and The Central Coast is committed to promoting the rights of children and young people and empowering and promoting their voices within the Central Coast. Standard 5; People working with children are suitable and supported.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At CCLHD, we are committed to creating a diverse, and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our 

The ‘Stepping Up’ online resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants understand how to apply for roles within NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process.   

Please note that all NSW Health workers are now required to have received 2 doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful.

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Need to know more?Laura Matheson- Programs Manager, Family Services on 0456 917 *** or **************@health.nsw.gov.au about the positionNathan Bramston- Aboriginal Workforce Development on 0407 498 *** or ***************@health.nsw.gov. au about working with Central Coast Health

Applications Close: Wednesday 3 April 2024 @ 11:59pm

You are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.