Child Wellbeing Unit - Aboriginal Consultant Officer

Child Wellbeing Unit - Aboriginal Consultant OfficerService Delivery Directorate - Dubbo

About the roleAs a CWU Aboriginal Consultant Officer, you will be joining a team of Child Protection and Wellbeing experts who conduct Child Protection and Wellbeing risk appraisals as well as assist and advise NSW Health workers to respond to vulnerable children, young people and families they come into contact with during their work.

The role also provides specialised cultural consultancy advice that promotes and advocates Aboriginal community engagement for the coordination of integrated services for Aboriginal families and children across Health and Community Services.

The Western Child Wellbeing Unit receives telephone calls and e-reports from health workers in the geographical area of the local health districts of Western Sydney, Southwestern Sydney, Nepean Blue Mountains, Western NSW and Far West, as well as staff from the Children’s Hospital Westmead.

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the .

To apply for this role:

·         Click ‘Apply’

·         Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

·         Upload your current resume

·         Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Elisha Ferguson, A / Manager Child Wellbeing Unit on 0438 897 *** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

·         This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit .

·         This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary) that may arise in the next 18 months.

·         Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

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