Aboriginal Health Practitioner – Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment (MERIT)
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- Western NSW Local Health District
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- REQ650985 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 30/6/2026)
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Practitioner
Remuneration: $36.41 - $47.39 p/hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Bourke Brewarrina & Walgett, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 19
Applications Close: 5 May 2026 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Health Practitioner – Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment (MERIT)
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Services
About the role
As the MERIT Aboriginal Health Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting Aboriginal people who are engaging with the justice system and seeking help for alcohol and other drug concerns.
You will be the cultural heart of the MERIT team, helping clients feel safe, respected, and understood as they begin their treatment journey.
Working alongside a Senior Clinician, Case Workers and local community services, you will provide culturally informed support, help clients navigate the MERIT process, and strengthen connections with family, community, and Aboriginal Medical Services.
This role is an opportunity to make a real difference—supporting people to make positive changes, advocating for their cultural needs, and ensuring they receive the right care at the right time.
If you are passionate about community, culture, and helping people move forward in their lives, this role offers purpose, variety, and the chance to create meaningful impact every day.
Location at Bourke MPS and servicing Brewarrina and Walgett
Orientation includes supervised by Senior clinician and 30, 60 and 90 day conversation within the first 3 months of employment
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.
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· 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 Jenny Taylor, Team Lead on (02) 6881 4000 or at jenny.taylor@health.nsw.gov.au 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.
· 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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