Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Practitioner; Counsellor Level 1 / 2; Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2; Psychologist; Registered Nurse; Registered Midwife; Social Worker Level 1 / 2; Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2; Physiotherapist Level 1 / 2; Exercise Physiologist Level 1 / 2; Dietitian Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $72,186.00 - $117,755.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health Incentives – (conditions apply, may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme and Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Wellington, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 18 June 2026 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Wellington Community Mental Health
About the role
Health professional thinking about making a move to mental health, or experienced practitioner? This supportive & rewarding community role ticks all the boxes!
In this role you will provide professional clinical services demonstrating sound clinical reasoning, effective problem-solving skills and quality management to improve the health and wellbeing of people the community.
Collaborating with a wide range of service including our own community and hospital teams and external care and community support organisations, you will develop and coordinate client directed care management plans, ensuring access through a variety of service delivery options and technology. Options may include home visits, visiting clinicians, outreach services and tele-health appointments.
You will grow through actively participating in clinical supervision, workplace education and quality improvement initiatives to develop and maintain professional skills and deliver high quality mental health care.
Orientation to the service will be comprehensive and adapted to the individual needs of the successful applicant, complimented by supports from regional senior clinicians across all streams.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume
- Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Lucy Rolek on (02) 6881 4000 or at [email protected] for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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