Team Leader (Social Worker Lvl 4, Senior Psychologist) - IPARVAN Referral Management and Early Response (RMER) Service - Temp FT

Requisition ID: REQ687371

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until Jan 2027

Remuneration: Dependent on Qualification

Senior Psychologist: $2,470.99 - $2677.57 per week Social Worker Level 4: $2,521.82 - $2,582.95 per week

In addition to base salary, all roles attract 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Hoxton Park Community Health Centre

Applications close: 30/08/2026

Contact: Catherine Lovan on catherine.lovan@health.nsw.gov.au |0475 804 855

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

The IPARVAN Referral Management and Early Response (RMER) Service Team Leader plays a pivotal role in supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our community who have experienced violence, abuse and neglect. The position provides clinical leadership and operational oversight of a specialised multidisciplinary team responsible for managing referrals, conducting early clinical assessments, providing brief interventions, and coordinating access to support services across Sexual Assault Services, Domestic Violence Services and Child Protection Counselling Services.

This role makes a meaningful impact by ensuring clients receive timely, trauma-informed and person-centred care at the earliest point of contact. Through effective referral management, clinical supervision and service coordination, the Team Leader helps reduce delays in accessing support, improves client outcomes, strengthens service responsiveness, and ensures high-risk clients are prioritised appropriately.

As a key leadership position within the PARVAN Directorate, the role contributes to the delivery of safe, high-quality and accessible services, while supporting staff development, maintaining clinical governance, and fostering strong partnerships across health, government and community agencies. The position is essential to ensuring vulnerable children, young people, adults and families receive the support they need when they need it most.

Are You the Right Fit?

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate leader with a strong background in supporting individuals and families affected by violence, abuse and neglect. The ideal candidate will have advanced clinical skills in assessment, crisis intervention, case management and counselling, along with a demonstrated understanding of the impacts of trauma, domestic and family violence, child protection and sexual assault.

To succeed in this role, you will be a confident and collaborative leader with experience managing teams in complex and emotionally demanding environments. You will possess excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining high-quality, client-centred care.

You will be skilled in clinical supervision, service coordination and building strong partnerships across health, government and community sectors. A commitment to trauma-informed practice, continuous quality improvement and achieving positive outcomes for vulnerable children, young people, adults and families is essential.

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.

A Social Work degree which provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or Full registration as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia or eligible for same with completion of a four-year sequence of accredited undergraduate study in the discipline of psychology (or equivalent completed overseas) and been employed on year 9 on the psychology scale for at least 1 year.High level of understanding of; Child Protection, the Children and Young Peoples Care and Protection Act and issues related to children, young people and adults affected by violence, abuse, and neglect.Demonstrated advanced knowledge and extensive experience in providing case management, crisis and counselling interventions, and psychosocial assessments to victims of violence, abuse and neglect.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.

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Position InformationApplicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.How to ApplyRead our application guide and tips for improving your application. Diversity, Culture & InclusionWe 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 SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.auWe 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 WorkforceFor Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Financial Perks12% superannuationSalary packaging and novated leasing via Smart SalaryAnnual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)One extra day off each month for full-time employeesWork-Life BalanceFlexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)Paid maternity and parental leaveGenerous leave options like long service and carers leaveGrow Your CareerAccess to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.Health & WellbeingDiscounted gym membership through Fitness PassportFree 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
Additional Information

Vaccination Requirements All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.Child Safe EmploymentSouth 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 PositionsFor fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.