Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants 1-3
Remuneration: $31.86 - $36.02 per hour plus superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ676205

Applications Close: 3 August 2026 at 11:59PM AEST

Position Title: Allied Health Assistant, Mental Health (Unit based), Casual Pool – The Forensic Hospital, Malabar Justice Health

If you are passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (JHFMHN). We are Just the Place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!

Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

We are a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

The Role

The Allied Health Assistant will provide assistance and support for the delivery of Allied Health services to patients of the Forensic Hospital. The Allied Health Assistant will work under (the direct or indirect) supervision of an Allied Health Professional, and engage in work in a discipline specific area or assist in the delivery of allied health services, both clinical and non-clinical, across a multidisciplinary team.

The Allied Health Assistant will support the operational functioning of ward-based service demands reporting to nursing operations, under the supervision of Allied Health Professionals. The Allied Health Assistant alleviates workload pressures to give Allied Health Professionals, Nurses and other mental health clinicians more time to focus on complex clinical tasks and improve patient outcomes.





ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

- Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent tertiary qualification in a relevant field, or related work experience and a willingness to work towards certification with the support of Justice Health NSW
- Previous experience in working with people with a mental illness

Our Location, Team, and Service

The Forensic Hospital is a high-secure forensic mental health facility in New South Wales, operated by Justice Health NSW. This facility provides specialist, therapeutic inpatient care for adults and adolescent forensic, correctional, and high-risk civil patients.

A multidisciplinary team of medical, nursing, and allied health professionals provide care across the clinical spectrum, from high dependency and acute care, to long stay and rehabilitation care.

While working at the Forensic Hospital, you will develop strong professional connections with colleagues and making a positive contribution to vulnerable people. This dynamic work environment is interesting, stimulating, challenging, rewarding and one where you can have a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families.

A mandatory and comprehensive two-week, full-time orientation is provided. All days are paid. The next intake date is on 7-18 September 2026

To learn more about careers in our network, please click the links below:

Welcome — Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (nsw.gov.au)





Our Locations — Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (nsw.gov.au)

Our Health Services — Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (nsw.gov.au)

Salary & Benefits

Your salary plus superannuation is just the beginning. You will have access to benefits such as:

- Additional allowances that may apply

- Eligibility for Fitness Passport, Salary Packaging, and Novated Leasing options.

- Free on-site parking and easy access to public transport

- Genuine training, education, career development, and career progression opportunities.

- Support from a passionate & enthusiastic management team.

Diversity & Inclusivity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability.

We're working with JobAccess and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to remove barriers in our recruitment process and build a more inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments to take part in this recruitment process, we're happy to discuss them with you.

- This is also a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

READY TO APPLY?

The first step is to submit your resume and answers to the following questions:

1. Describe why you are interested in working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges.

2. Can you provide an example of managing challenging behaviours or situations in your work?

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For role related queries or questions contact Chris Varley on [email protected]

Applications Close: 3 August 2026 at 11:59PM AEST

📌 Allied Health Assistant, Mental Health (Unit based) – Casual Pool -The Forensic Hospital, Malabar Justice Health
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Malabar