Team Leader (Health Clinician Lvl 4) – Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2, Counsellor/Occupational Therapist/Social Worker Lvl 4, Senior Psych – Aboriginal Mental Health Transfer of Care (AMHTOC) – TFT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ674703 Requisition #
Requisition ID: REQ674703
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until 30 June 2027(willing to accept a 6-month contract)
Remuneration:
Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2: $2,387.29 - $2,465.80 per week
Counsellor Level 4: $2,424.82 -$2483.60 per week
Occupational Therapist Level 4: $2,424.82 -$2483.60 per week
Senior Psychologist:$2,375.94 - $2,574.58 per week
Social Worker Level 4: $2,424.82 -$2483.60 per week
In addition to base salary, all roles attract 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service
Applications close: 12/07/2026
Contact: Ann Baker on ann.baker@health.nsw.gov.au |0459 871 540
Do you want to contribute to the health and wellbeing of your mob?
Achieve Something Great
This is a great opportunity to lead the Aboriginal Mental Health Transfer of Care Team across SWSLHD, supporting Aboriginal consumers as they transition safely from hospital to community care.
You will guide a team to coordinate culturally responsive, wraparound supports and strengthen partnerships across mental health services, ACCHS, primary care, and community organisations. The role also plays a key part in improving system integration, reducing service gaps, and embedding culturally informed, strengths-based care across the district.
The position is not identified, and we warmly welcome applications from staff who have experience working with Aboriginal consumers in a mental health setting and are passionate about delivering culturally safe and responsive care.
The Aboriginal Mental Health Transfer of Care Team was recently recognised as a winner of the Excellence in the Provision of Mental Health Services Award, a testament to the incredible impact and innovation of this team: click here to watch!
Are You the Right Fit?
You are an experienced clinician and strong team leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for Aboriginal people.
You bring:
- Experience working with Aboriginal consumers in mental health settings
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills
- A commitment to culturally safe, trauma-informed care
- Ability to build effective partnerships across services and sectors
- Experience in care coordination, discharge planning, or service navigation
- Strong organisational skills and a systems-focused approach
You thrive in collaborative environments and are motivated to drive meaningful, culturally responsive change.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with ‘N/A’.
- Relevant qualification/ registration in one of the disciplines outlined in the position description.
- Can you describe your experience working with Aboriginal communities or Aboriginal consumers in the context of mental health care? How did you ensure that your approach was culturally safe and responsive?
- How have you previously led initiatives or teams to ensure culturally responsive care for Aboriginal mental health consumers, particularly during transitions from hospital to community settings?
- Describe a time when you collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to develop or improve systems that support effective transfer of care. What strategies did you use to ensure cultural considerations were embedded in the process?
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. #SWSLHDAboriginalWorkforce
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