Aboriginal Senior Mental Health Clinician - Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub
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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to June 2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2; Counsellor Level 3; Occupational Therapist Level 3; Social Woker Level 3; Welfare Officer Level 3; Clinical Psychologist; Psychologist; Senior Psychologist
Remuneration: $83,670.00 - $144,021.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location: Negotiable within WNSWLHD, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 2 September 2026 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Senior Mental Health Clinician - Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub
Service Delivery Directorates - Women’s, Children & Families Division
About the role
The Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub provides high-quality mental health care and wellbeing support for children aged 0-12 in the local community.
In this role, you will use your expertise as a senior mental health clinician to assess and support children and carers, facilitate group programs, and provide clinical and cultural guidance to the multidisciplinary team. You’ll have a key role in ensuring we provide accessible and high-quality care to Aboriginal kids and families and establishing strong connections with our local community.
You’ll be working in a skilled multidisciplinary team, using flexible work practices, with scope to help shape the future direction of a new and dynamic service for children and families.
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 Matthew Dowton on 0428 404 916 or at matthew.dowton@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 (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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