$67,612.00 to $97,730.00 + superannuation + salary packaging

Earn, learn and lead with community beside you.

Employment Type: Full Time Temporary until July 2027

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 university, clinical placement and workplace 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 robust 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

- 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 Work‑life 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 suita

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