MNCLHD - Aboriginal Peer Worker Safeguards (Identified) - Location Negotiable

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer
Remuneration: 67584 - 97733
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ690852
Closing: Monday 14 September 2026

Make a Difference Through Lived Experience

Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) is seeking an Aboriginal Peer Worker - Safeguards Team (Identified Position) to support children, young people and families experiencing mental health distress across our region.

Using your lived experience as an Aboriginal person navigating your own mental health journey, you will provide hope, advocacy, culturally safe support, and connection for young people accessing mental health services.

Location Negotiable within Mid North Coast NSW
Supportive multidisciplinary team
Community-based role supporting children and young people aged 0-17 years
Professional development opportunities
Help shape culturally safe mental health services across the Mid North Coast

About You

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
• Passionate about supporting others through recovery
• Able to use lived experience to inspire hope and positive outcomes
• Holds, or is willing to undertake, a Certificate IV in Peer Work - Mental Health

Join us in improving mental health outcomes and helping close the gap for Aboriginal communities.

Applicants must be of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island descent. Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under S21 of Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

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 MNCLHD-WorkforceSupport@health.nsw.gov.au .

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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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.