Coronial Support and Liaison Officer – Coroners Court of NSW

• Location – Lidcombe
• Temporary full time (up to June 2025 with the possibility of extension)
• Salary ranging from $98,941 to $109,194pa. Plus, employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

Your role

The Coronial Information and Support Program (CISP) is located at the NSW State Coroner’s Office and provides services for the whole of New South Wales. 

CISP is designed to provide information and support to families where a death has been reported to the Coroner and to facilitate communication between the Coroner and persons who have contact with the coronial jurisdiction.

What you’ll do

As Coronial Information and Support Program Officer you will work in partnership with; NSW Health, NSW Police, legal professionals, internal CISP employees and other non-government organisations.

You will provide information and support to persons affected by deaths that have been reported to the NSW Coroner.

Facilitate communication between the Coroner and persons who have contact with the coronial jurisdiction, providing short term support and debriefing to staff employed within the coronial jurisdiction.

You will also promote professional wellbeing via accurate and timely information, support and guidance for Coroners Court staff.

What we’re looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in social work and/or psychology with proof of registration to the Psychology Board of Australia, or registration / eligibility to the Australian Association of Social Work.

Desirable Requirements

• Professional experience in working with and providing support to bereaved families.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, public sector policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to the role.
• Hybrid working is not available during the orientation period, and the successful candidate is expected to attend the Lidcombe office 5 days per week (on site staff parking is available)

Download the Role Description.

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.

What We Offer

We offer a variety of benefits, including:

• A challenging and rewarding career 
• Flexible, autonomous work environment
• Competitive pay and conditions
• Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities 
• Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

We do work that really matters

Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We’re focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!

Are you ready to join us? 

Click Apply Now, attach an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role.

During the online application process, you will be asked to provide a response to the following targeted questions: 

• Describe a scenario in which you have had to convey difficult or upsetting information to a client
• Give an example of a situation where you have worked collaboratively in difficult circumstances to solve a problem.

Got a question? 

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Amy Vincent-Pennisi on 02 8584 7781 or at [email protected] using the subject line: Coronial Support and Liaison Officer – Coroners Court of NSW enquiry via EthicalJobs.

If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best, please call Dean on 02 9765 3526 or email the recruiter.

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit 

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. 

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

A position description is attached.