Mental Health & Community - Aboriginal Health Worker Traineeship - Temp FT

We are currently offering Aboriginal Health Worker Traineeships within the following areas:

Mental Health
Location: Mental Health Location: Macarthur Mental Health Centre (Campbelltown)
This traineeship provides an opportunity to build skills and experience within Community Mental Health services, supporting Aboriginal consumers, families, and communities to access culturally safe mental health care and support. Trainees will work alongside multidisciplinary teams to assist with care coordination, community engagement, wellbeing initiatives, and supporting positive mental health outcomes for Aboriginal people across the community.

Aboriginal Chronic Care
Location: Budyari (Miller the Hub) Community Health Centre 
This traineeship offers the opportunity to develop skills within Aboriginal Chronic Care services, supporting Aboriginal patients living with or at risk of chronic health conditions. Trainees will work closely with Aboriginal Health Workers and clinical teams to support care coordination, health education, cultural support, and improved access to services, helping to promote better health outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

Have questions about the Traineeship Program? 

Join us at an upcoming information session to learn more about the program, what’s involved, and how to apply. Full details below!

For updates or questions, please contact us at SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@Health.nsw.gov.au

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. 

• Identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander. Tell us about your mob and connection to culture.
• Please note your preferred Traineeship role and location that you are interested in applying for from the Position and Location table and briefly say why you are interested in that role.
• Willingness to learn case management and care coordination for delivering health or social services to Aboriginal communities.
• Willingness to establish and maintain partnerships with other staff and government, non-government and community organisations. Including working in community-based settings with Aboriginal communities.
• Willingness and capacity to complete a Certificate III in Aboriginal Primarily Health Care or Certificate IV in Mental Health qualification throughout the traineeship program.

• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

   

   

   

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• Position Information

  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

• How to Apply 

  • Read our application guide and tips for improving your application. 

• 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 

• Temporary visa holders 

  • May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.

• 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.

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