This is a SAFE WAYZ Clinician / Senior Clinician Aboriginal Identified (Pathway Opportunity) role with Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) based in Wagga Wagga, NSW, AU Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) Role Seniority - mid level, senior More about the SAFE WAYZ Clinician / Senior Clinician Aboriginal Identified (Pathway Opportunity) role at Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) SAFE WAYZ Clinician / Senior Clinician (Pathway Opportunity) - Aboriginal Identified Looking for a way to make a real impact on our community? Be at the forefront of a dynamic workforce providing culturally safe, trauma informed therapeutic support people with a strong focus on Aboriginal children, families, communities, and cultural safety. This is a meaningful opportunity to work within a strengths-based, family-centred and culturally grounded model of care, while being supported through a structured professional development pathway that allows progression across award levels. Our Benefits A collaborative, teams-based multi-disciplinary approach to patient care Engaging and intellectually stimulating work A team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it serves A position dedicated to empowering others Salary packaging, novated leasing, and Health and Wellbeing Support Relocation support considerations About The Role SafeWayz is a new statewide initiative providing an integrated, culturally grounded response for children (under 10) displaying problematic or harmful sexual behaviours (PHSBs). The program takes a strength based, family focused, culturally centred, and trauma informed approach, with a strong focus on Aboriginal children, families, communities, and cultural safety. Your Responsibilities Will Include Deliver early support, counselling and safety planning for children under 10 with problematic or harmful sexual behaviours (PHSBs) Coordinate and contribute to prevention and early intervention initiatives in partnership with Aboriginal communities and Aboriginal controlled organisations. Conduct holistic psychosocial assessments that incorporate cultural needs, cultural care and family strengths. Work collaboratively with Safe Wayz, SAS, CPCS, JCPRP and CAMHS teams to support integrated responses for children and families Engage in clinical and cultural supervision and contribute to statewide networks, working groups, and professional development Participating in a 24/7 on-call roster for crisis response (with support) Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level. Employment Type: Part Time Permanent Position Classification: Dependent on qualification (refer to Position Description) Remuneration: $65,012.00 – $129,591.00 per annum, pro rata ( super 17.5% leave loading where applicable) Hours Per Week: 23 Requisition ID: REQ627399 Location: Wagga Wagga Why Join Us Work in a role that makes a real impact on vulnerable communities. Access cultural supervision, mentoring, and professional development. Be part of a supportive team committed to collaboration and respect. Enjoy opportunities for career progression within the Aboriginal Development Pathway. What We’re Looking For Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement (Section 14 Anti-Discrimination Act 1977). Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Graduate Certificate in ECAV qualification pathway - Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma) with demonstrated Cultural expertise Experience working with Aboriginal communities and understanding intergenerational trauma. Skills in child-centred, family-focused counselling and case management. Current NSW Driver’s License and willingness to travel. More Information Download the Position Description. Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Katie Lynch-Ridley, District Clinical Leader, Sexual Assault Counselling Services on 0499 611 788 or Katie.Lynchridley@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat. Applications close: 20 February 2026 This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ️ Delivering early support and counselling Coordinating prevention initiatives Conducting holistic psychosocial assessments Key Strengths Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling Cultural expertise Child-centred, family-focused counselling skills Experience with intergenerational trauma Current NSW Driver’s License ✈️ Willingness to travel A Final Note: This is a role with Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) not with Hatch.
