Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician - 5-10K Incentives Offered
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Dietitian Level 1 / 2, Exercise Physiologist Level 1 / 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Physiotherapist Level 1 / 2, Psychologist, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 1 / 2,Speech Pathologist Level 1 / 2, Welfare Officer Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $74,317,94 - $138,482.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 5 May 2026 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician – 5-10k Incentives offered
Community Mental Health Service - Dubbo
About the role
The Aboriginal Mental Health Clinician functions within a multidisciplinary team and gives priority to coordination of the recovery of Aboriginal people with a mental illness or disorder, providing expert clinical services in collaboration with consumers, carers and other care providers, using an integrated and person centred approach.
This position is based in Dubbo where you will be working as a part of the Multidisciplinary Community Mental Health team and may be required to provide outreach to nearby areas. The key skills are to have experience in providing mental health care in the community.
The most rewarding aspect of this role is being able to work within the community, meeting new patients and seeing positive outcomes for them from interventions that are put in place. The successful applicant would need to have good communication skills to be able to network with other services within Dubbo and the region.
There is ongoing support in this role and opportunities for further growth and ongoing professional development opportunities.
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:
· 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 Lucy Rolek, on 02 6881 4000 or at Lucy.rolek@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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