Team Leader (Clinical Nurse Consultant Gde 2, Occupational Therapist/Social Worker/Physiotherapist/Speech Pathologist Lvl 4, Clinical Psychologist, Snr. Clinical Psychologist) - Disability Resource Team - Perm FT

Selection Criteria 

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. 

• Relevant qualification/ registration in one of the disciplines, as noted in the essential criteria (please refer to the position description)

• Demonstrate your advanced knowledge and understanding of the health and disability sectors as a health clinician, including the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), relevant disability legislation, service pathways and the interface between health, community and social care systems. Please provide examples of how you have led or provided clinical oversight, applied reasonable adjustment principles, supported staff capability and reflective practice, managed risks and achieved person-centred outcomes in supporting people with disability, particularly those exhibiting behaviours of concern.

• Provide an example of a disability-related project, service improvement initiative, pathway development activity or change process that you have led within a health setting. Describe how you identified a service gap, risk or system challenge; engaged and collaborated with key stakeholders to develop solutions; and implemented, monitored and evaluated the initiative. Outline how you measured outcomes, used data to inform decision-making, and improved disability inclusion, safety, quality, access to care and/or service performance.

• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted. 

• Position Information

• How to Apply 

• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact

    **********@health.nsw.gov.au

  • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce 

• Financial Perks

  • 12% superannuation

  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via 

    Smart Salary

  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees

• Work-Life Balance

  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

  • Paid maternity and parental leave

  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

• Grow Your Career

• Health & Wellbeing

  • Discounted gym membership through 

    Fitness Passport

  • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

  • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

• Vaccination Requirements 

• Child Safe Employment 

  • South Western Sydney Local Health District 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

• Temporary Positions 

  • For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.