Aboriginal Counsellor (Social Worker, Psychologist, Clinical Psych) - Domestic Family Violence and Sexual Assault Service (DFVSAS) - Aboriginal Identified

About this role

Be part of a service that supports healing, strengthens communities and delivers culturally safe care for Aboriginal people impacted by violence, abuse and trauma. $79,419 - $144,021 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full-Time(Job-share to be considered) | Warilla and Dapto Community Health Centres | REQ681877 | Grade: Clinical Psychologist, Psychologist or Social Worker Level 1-3 | Applications close: Thursday, 13 August 2026 This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. #AboriginalEmployment Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. Are you passionate about supporting Aboriginal people through their healing journey and bringing innovative approaches to complex situations? Join the ISLHD Domestic Family Violence and Sexual Assault Service (DFVSAS) and play a key role in delivering culturally safe, trauma-informed counselling and therapeutic support to adults, young people and children impacted by domestic and family violence or sexual assault. Working within a skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide assessment, crisis intervention and ongoing counselling while helping to strengthen access to culturally responsive services across the region. Beyond direct client care, you will collaborate with Aboriginal communities, partner organisations and the broader Prevention and Response to Violence, Abuse and Neglect (PARVAN) network to improve outcomes and build service capability. This is an opportunity to combine your clinical expertise, cultural knowledge and commitment to community wellbeing in a role that makes a lasting difference every day. For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here . A little about us. ISLHD operate four hospital sites in the Illawarra: Coledale District Hospital , Bulli District Hospital , Wollongong Hospital and Shellharbour Hospital . With the ocean to the east and the escarpment to the west, there are also many benefits of living and working in the Illawarra . The contrast between mountains and beach gives the South Coast its own special charm. Life is lived at a slower pace, with mornings spent exploring cafes, eateries or food markets, and afternoons spent at the beach, on bushwalks or at one of many world-class wineries. Benefits of working with ISLHD. We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include: - Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) - Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay - Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) - Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families - Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities - Monday to Friday roster - We recognise the importance of work–life balance. Flexible working arrangements are available, including the option to structure hours within a 9:30am–2:30pm window, supporting school-hour availability and work-life balance. Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements: - Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role - Working With Children Check (WWCC) - Current AHPRA Registration as a Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) - Valid NSW Drivers Licence - Corroboration of Aboriginality and community ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD 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. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying? - Visit the ISLHD website for application tips , to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information . - Visit the Stepping Up website here . Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. - Visit The Welcome Experience website here . The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW. - Follow us on social media: Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube . - For role-related queries or help applying, contact Fiona Magee on Fiona.Magee@health.nsw.gov.au ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.