Earn, learn and lead with community beside you.

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary until Dec 2029
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $67,612.00 to $97,730.00 + superannuation + salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week
Requisition ID: REQ695836
Location: Mater Mental Health Centre Waratah
Applications Close: Sunday 25th October 2026

This is an identified Aboriginal position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under section 14d of the anti-discrimination act 1977.

About the role and where you will be working

Yimamulinbinkaan Aboriginal Mental Health Service (YAMHS) has three Allied Health Undergraduate Clinician positions available across adult and child and adolescent mental health.

Delivered by Mob, for Mob, YAMHS provides culturally responsive mental health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, with a focus on culture, connection, healing and social and emotional wellbeing.

Earn while you learn through a three-year Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health) with Charles Sturt University’s Djirruwang Program. Gain hands-on experience, clinical supervision and cultural mentorship while building a rewarding career in Aboriginal mental health.

You must be accepted into the university program before a traineeship offer can be made.

Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team where culture and community come first.

You’ll gain supervised experience across mental health settings, including community services, emergency departments and inpatient units, working alongside experienced clinicians and fellow trainees.

With dedicated study time, university intensives and ongoing mentoring, you’ll develop your skills while helping improve mental health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Grow your skills. Strengthen your culture. Make a difference.

Contract renewal each semester is subject to satisfactory completion of all university, clinical placement and workplace requirements. You must provide an academic transcript at the end of each semester as evidence of successful completion of all required course modules to be eligible for contract renewal for the next stage of the traineeship.

A full time position may be offered at the end of the traineeship, subject to successful completion of all traineeship requirements

About you

You’re passionate about mental health, eager to learn and committed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. You value culture, community and the importance of culturally safe, inclusive and respectful care.

With a positive attitude and a collaborative approach, you’ll embrace cultural knowledge, respect diversity and contribute to a workplace where everyone feels valued, connected and supported.

You’ll join a supportive team led by an Aboriginal Service Manager,



working alongside experienced clinicians, cultural mentors and fellow trainees who are committed to helping you learn and grow.

Through comprehensive orientation, ongoing clinical and cultural supervision, and mentoring, you’ll build your skills, confidence and cultural practice. The Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) framework supports reflection and professional development, with four hours of paid leave each month for supervision, which can be banked as 12 hours every three months.

You’ll also have opportunities to attend Aboriginal mental health forums, strengthen community connections and learn from experienced professionals.

YAMHS is committed to cultural safety, inclusion and belonging, fostering a respectful workplace that celebrates cultural knowledge and builds strong partnerships with Aboriginal communities and organisations.

Bring your passion, grow your skills and help make a difference for Mob in a workplace where culture comes first.

Requirements

This is an identified Aboriginal position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under section 14d of the anti-discrimination act 1977.

Current licence to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required

What we can offer:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information:

- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.




- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

This position is identified for applicants of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander descent. Are you of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent

Holds or aspires to hold Certificate 4 in Mental Health, and enrolment to Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health).

Demonstrated ability to liaise, proactively engage and work collaboratively with vulnerable communities and relevant agencies in ensuring culturally responsive services.

Current licence to drive in NSW and the ability to travel as required

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Bron Rose on *********@health.nsw.gov.au

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via *********@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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📌 YAMHS Allied Health Undergraduate Clinician (Hunter Region)
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