Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician - SESLHD MHS

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Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician - South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Service Employment Type : Permanent Full Time Position Classification : Aboriginal Health Worker, Counsellor Level 1/2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Social worker Level 1/2 Psychologist and Registered Nurse Remuneration : $67,612.00 - $122,465.00 per annum, plus superannuation Hours Per Week : 38 Requisition ID : REQ681977 Location : Kogarah, Sydney Applications close date : 23 August 2026 An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. This is an Aboriginal Identified role - we need someone to bring their cultural capability and lived experience as an Aboriginal person to this role. As part of the recruitment process, we will ask you to provide documentation to confirm your Aboriginality and your capability will also be assessed through the recruitment process. The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area. We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery. Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Come Work With Us! The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it. An exciting opportunity exists to join SESLHDs Mental Health workforce, working with Aboriginal consumers. The role is strongly connected with the local Aboriginal community. At SESLHD we understand that Aboriginal health is ‘everyone’s business’ and we are committed to providing culturally responsive care for our local Aboriginal communities. Where you'll be working SESLHD Mental Health Service, located at Kirk Place, Kogarah. Travel to other Mental Health Service sites and across the SESLHD will be required. Additional Information and Benefits • An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Full Time positions • Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave. • Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing. • Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members. • Discounted Private Health Insurance. • Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicable • Opportunity to obtain personal regrade to Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 1 status where relevant. Selection Criteria : • Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent Applicants race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. • Social Worker or Occupational Therapist qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award and a current full registration with AHPRA and/or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer. Registered Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Psychologist with a four-year degree in psychology, being a three year degree with a fourth year honours in psychology; or a qualification deemed equivalent by the employer, and registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). Aboriginal Health Worker Holds or aspires to hold Cert III in Aboriginal Primary Health Care. Counsellor must hold as a minimum a bachelor’s degree in counselling or a related field, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer. • Demonstrated knowledge of NSW Mental Health Act 2007 and commitment to SESLHD Closing the Gap initiatives of providing accessible and responsive mental health services. • Demonstrated skill in consumer assessment, treatment, support, and advocacy in a Mental Health field with the ability to deliver successful outcomes that illustrate respect for cultural differences and diversity in the workplace. • Demonstrated effective written, computer and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently, collaboratively and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. . • Demonstrated commitment to a consumer focussed recovery-oriented approach and consumer collaboration in care planning. • Experience participating in and organising community development activities that address social and emotional health. • Current drivers licence (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position). How to Apply Click APPLY to submit your application Application close : 23 August 2026 For more information we encourage you to contact Hollie Ballingall on Ainslie.Burne@health.nsw.gov.au Interviews are expected to be held between 31 August 2026 and 4 September 2026 Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards 2) Find out more about applying for this position Our values and commitment to diversity Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace. We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information. Reasonable Adjustments NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-MentalHealth@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information Information for applicants: • An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies • Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained withing the position description • Recommended applicants will be reviewed or compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer. • We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au ) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website .