Your story. Your culture. Your impact.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer
Remuneration: $34.08 - $62.28 Per Hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 20 hours per week
Requisition ID: REQ691484
Location: Tamworth Mental Health Unit | Kamilaroi Country
Applications Close: Sunday 20th September 2026
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
About the role and where you will be working
Join the new Tamworth Mental Health Unit (THMU) as an Aboriginal Peer Worker and use your lived experience and cultural knowledge to make a real difference.
You’ll build trusted relationships with Aboriginal consumers, families and carers, providing peer support, advocacy, hope and practical guidance throughout their recovery journey.
Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll help deliver culturally safe, person-centred care, support recovery goals and connect people with community and psychosocial services.
About you
You’re an Aboriginal person with lived experience of mental health challenges who is passionate about supporting others and strengthening mental health outcomes in your community.
You bring:
- Cultural knowledge and connection to community
- Authenticity, compassion and empathy
- The ability to use your lived experience to build trust, hope and connection
- A commitment to advocacy and culturally safe care
- Strong relationship-building and teamwork skills
You don’t need to have all the answers. Your lived experience, cultural knowledge and passion for supporting others are what matter most.
Requirements
- This position is identified for applicants of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. Are you of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent?
- Eligibility to drive in NSW and ability to travel and work across different locations as required.
What we can offer:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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The Welcome Experience
The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community.
Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
Relocating? We've Got You Covered
Making a move can feel overwhelming, but support is available.
The Welcome Experience is a free service designed to help health workers and their families settle into regional communities. From connecting you with local schools, childcare providers, sporting clubs, housing information, and community networks, the program helps make your transition smoother so you can feel at home sooner and start enjoying everything your new community has to offer.
Learn More: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
How to apply:
submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
- Comprehensive understanding or experience in drug and alcohol practice including comprehensive assessment, care planning, intervention, and evidence-based counselling models of care and ability to apply case management principles
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles of trauma informed care and its application to therapeutic interventions.
Demonstrated ability to work as a senior clinician in a multi-disciplinary team demonstrating application of professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex situations.
Need more information?
For role related queries or questions contact Gina Blyton on [email protected]
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description . For assistance addressing selection criteria
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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