Drive mental health outcomes for refugee communities.
Lead innovative, culturally responsive programs across NSW.
Join a state-leading mental health service at Cumberland
Create impactful, culturally responsive programs that strengthen mental health, build community capacity, and improve access to care for refugee populations.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 01/07/2027)
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate
Remuneration: $37.48 - $59.89 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital
Where you'll be working
Join the Transcultural Mental Health Centre (TMHC) at Cumberland Hospital—NSW’s largest and Australia’s oldest mental health facility—renowned for leading innovative and compassionate care. As part of Western Sydney LHD, you’ll work in a forward-thinking environment dedicated to inclusivity, collaboration, and continuous professional growth.
Based at the historic Cumberland Hospital in Western Sydney
Part of the new Integrated Mental Health Complex at Westmead
Work within a diverse, culturally rich community setting
Committed to CORE Values: Collaboration, Openness, Respect, Empowerment
Contribute to state-wide impact across metropolitan, rural & regional NSW
What you'll be doing
In this pivotal role, you will lead the design and delivery of mental health promotion, prevention, and early intervention strategies for refugee communities, strengthening pathways to care and community wellbeing.
Design and implement culturally appropriate mental health programs
Partner with communities and agencies to reduce stigma and build capacity
Deliver workshops, consultations, and education initiatives across NSW
Develop strong stakeholder relationships to enhance service accessibility
Facilitate multilingual resources and programs to improve mental health literacy
Ready to make a difference?
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation committed to better health for all. Apply now and help shape inclusive, high-quality mental health care for diverse communities across NSW.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirements:
Qualification: Degree in an allied health, mental health discipline or in public health
Selection Criteria:
Demonstrated ability to engage, liaise and negotiate at all levels with key internal and external stakeholders; including government and non-government organisations, community leaders and CALD communities.
Requisition ID: REQ666515
Applications Close: 14th July 2026
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Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
For inquiries about the role, contact Nadia Garan on 02 9840 3766.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.
