Senior Aboriginal Peer Worker (Identified) - Safe Haven - Kempsey District Hospital
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Until 30/06/2026)
Position Classification: Senior Health Education Officer Grad / Non Grad
Remuneration: $47.29 - $62.20 per hour
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ617034
Advertising Closes: 8th December 2025
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
What you'll be doing
As a Senior Aboriginal Peer Worker you will use lived experience as an Aboriginal person navigating your own journey of suicidal ideation or attempts to support other people using the Safe Haven. The Senior Aboriginal Peer Worker will provide leadership to provide culturally safe support in a warm, welcoming, non-clinical environment, working with other professionals to support and link people who access the service with appropriate services.
This service is staffed by peer workers with lived experience of suicide and the service runs Thursday – Sunday including after hours, weekends and public holidays.
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.
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.
A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Sage Green on sage.green@health.nsw.gov.au
Need assistance with your application please refer to our resources: How To Apply or for Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders refer to: Stepping Up
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au
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