In-Demand Child protection specialist Jobs in Sydney, Nsw

Referral Management and Early Support Counsellor - Blacktown Sexual Assault Service
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $79,419 - $122,465 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Psychology
- Social Work
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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
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Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $61.31 - $63.29 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
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Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District —Sydney NSW
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- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Education
- No degree
- Employee assistance program
10d
HR Coordinator
Barker College —Hornsby NSW
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
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Casual Junior School Classroom Teachers
Danebank —Hurstville NSW
- Communication skills
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Only About Children —Asquith NSW
- $33 - $36 an hour
- Experience working with children
- No degree
- Leadership
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- Temporary
- Management
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
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Clinical Senior DFV and Referral Management Early Response (RMER)
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $118,162 - $134,775 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Education
- Employee assistance program
Centre Director - Relocation to Rockhampton, Queensland
Green Leaves Early Learning Centres —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
- Employee discount
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Sexual Assault Counsellor
Northern Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $116,892 - $120,680 a year
- Full-time
- Case management
Social Worker
Sonder.io —Sydney NSW
- Hybrid work
- AI
- Communication skills
- Nursing
- Work from home
- Parental leave
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Early Childhood Centre Director
Sutherland Shire Council —Sutherland Shire NSW
- Up to $124,574 a year
- Bachelor's degree
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
8d
Specialist Psychologist
NSW Police Force —Parramatta NSW
- $114,016 - $139,824 a year
- Full-time
7d
Senior Drug Health Clinician - Whole Family Team
Western Sydney Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $131,585 - $134,775 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Social Work
- Leadership
12d
SCHN - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Senior Social Worker
The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network —Sydney NSW
- $131,585 - $134,775 a year
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Social Work
- Employee assistance program
10d
Service Leader
Camp Australia —Berala NSW
- Part-time
- Childcare
- First Aid Certification
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Support Worker - Plus
Fighting Chance Australia —Frenchs Forest NSW
- Temporary
- First Aid Certification
- Gym membership
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Senior Sexual Assault Counsellor
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District —Sydney NSW
- $42.19 - $61.76 an hour
- Full-time
- Education
- Psychology
- Computer skills
- Employee assistance program
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Referral Management and Early Support Counsellor - Blacktown Sexual Assault Service

Western Sydney Local Health District -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
$79,419 - $122,465 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

Community Services
Graduate certificate
Bachelor's degree
Driver Licence
Psychology
Social Work
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Western Sydney Local Health District

Reference number

REQ688284

Occupation

Health Clinician

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney - Greater West

Salary Information

$79419 - $122465

Closing date

03 September 2026 at 11:59pm

Provide early intervention support for victim-survivors of sexual assault
Join a multidisciplinary team improving violence prevention outcomes
Deliver trauma-informed counselling and advocacy to vulnerable communities

Manage referrals, deliver early intervention counselling, and support victim-survivors of sexual assault through trauma-informed care within a specialist violence prevention service.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1/2, Psychologist, Sexual Assault Worker Level 1/2, Social Worker Level 1/2
Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications

Counsellor Level 1/2, Sexual Assault Worker Level 1/2, Social Worker Level 1/2: $79,419 - $113,301 per annum
Psychologist: $83,670 - $122,465 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Blacktown Community Health Centre

Where you'll be workingYou will be part of the Integrated Violence Prevention & Response Service (IVPRS) based at Blacktown Community Health Centre, supporting individuals and families affected by violence, abuse and neglect. IVPRS provides specialist services across sexual assault, domestic violence and child protection, focusing on early intervention, advocacy and therapeutic support.

Work within a highly specialised service dedicated to sexual assault response and recovery
Collaborate with experienced counsellors, clinicians and partner agencies
Contribute to a supportive, reflective and trauma-informed team culture
Engage with a diverse community across Western Sydney
Participate in a service committed to culturally responsive and inclusive care

What you'll be doing
As the Referral Management and Early Support Counsellor, you will play a critical role in managing referrals and providing early intervention services to individuals impacted by sexual assault. You will deliver trauma-informed assessments, counselling and advocacy while collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure coordinated care.

Manage sexual assault referrals from initial contact through to service allocation
Conduct comprehensive assessments for children, young people and adults
Provide short-term counselling, advocacy and case management to victim-survivors and families
Work collaboratively with violence, abuse and neglect services to support integrated care
Participate in a 24-hour on-call roster responding to recent sexual assault presentations

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:

1. 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

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

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

4. 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

5. 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

6. Demonstrated 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

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

8. Current NSW Driver’s License

Requisition ID: REQ688284
Applications Close: 3rd September 2026

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about applying for this position.
Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
For inquiries about the role, contact Emma Searle on 9881 8787.

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

Secure up to $12,000 for your health studies! NSW Health offers Tertiary Health Study Subsidies for 2024-2026. Open to new and graduating students entering NSW Health. Click here for more info!

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

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

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