Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer
Remuneration: 64985 - 93974
Hours Per Week: 19
Requisition ID: REQ659997
Advertising Closes: 08 June 2026
What you'll be doing
As the Aboriginal Peer Worker you will use lived experience as an Aboriginal person navigating your own mental
health journey to support people using the mental health service. You will be based in Port Macquarie and will also outreach to Kempsey.
You will build rapport and promote hope for the people you work with.
You will ensure that the care pathways are culturally appropriate and people are given the appropriate support to access other services.
There is also an aim that you will be able to contribute to building the cultural capacity of the service to work with Aboriginal people in environments and systems that are not always appropriate for Aboriginal people.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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For role related queries or questions contact Tayt Rosenbaum on [email protected]
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected]
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