Acting SAS & CPCS Clinical Lead

Step into a leadership role that makes a real difference across the Murrumbidgee region, guiding specialist services that support individuals and families affected by violence, abuse and trauma. Join a committed team delivering compassionate, evidence informed care that strengthens safety, healing and wellbeing in our communities.

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 to achieve their goals

About The Role In this senior role, you’ll oversee the delivery of high quality specialist clinical services in alignment with NSW Health policies, including:

Coordinating SAS and VAN services, including the VAN on call model

Providing high level clinical supervision, consultation, and support

Leading service development, innovation and performance

Working closely with the Priority Populations Program and external partners including NSW Police, DCJ, NGOs and Aboriginal-led organisations

Contributing to statewide policy, planning and strategic initiatives

This is a role for a decisive, compassionate and collaborative leader who thrives in dynamic environments and is dedicated to improving outcomes for people experiencing violence, abuse and neglect.

Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level.

Employment type:

Part Time Temporary (until 9 March 2026, with possibility of extension)

Position classification:

Snr Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker – Level 5

Renumeration:

$123,974.00 - $152,992.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours per week:

Up to 18.5

Requisition ID:

REQ640214

Location:

Negotiable within MLHD

What We’re Looking For

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Relevant tertiary qualification with registration or professional peak body eligibility.

Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.

Advanced leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.

Extensive experience in a similar or related role.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

More Information

Download the Position Description

Find out more about applying for this position.

For role related queries or questions contact Shannon McMahon on Shannon.McMahon@health.nsw.gov.au

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.

NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Applications close: 13 March 2026

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