MedicalJobsAustralia.com Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people while building your nursing skills in a supportive and specialised mental health team.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Part-time and Casual Opportunities

Position Classification: Assist In Nursing

Remuneration: $32.85 - $36.05 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ702024

Located in:Mater Mental Health Centre, Waratah

Closing Date: Sunday 15th November 2026

About the Opportunity An opportunity is available for a motivated and compassionate Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to join the Mental Health Unit for Older People (MHUOP) at Mater Mental Health Centre.

MHUOP is a 22-bed specialist unit providing assessment, treatment and support for older people experiencing mental health concerns. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team (MDT), contributing to a therapeutic and supportive environment that promotes recovery, wellbeing and quality of life. Care is delivered through a collaborative approach incorporating medical, psychological, occupational and social interventions.

Consumers are encouraged to participate in a structured therapeutic group program, providing opportunities for engagement, socialisation, education and skills development while supporting their mental and physical health.

Successful applicants will receive onsite orientation, access to an in-service education program and links to ongoing professional development and supervision.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Assistant in Nursing, you will support Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses in delivering safe, recovery-oriented and person-centred care to consumers within the unit.

Your responsibilities will include

Assisting consumers with activities of daily living, including personal care, nutrition, mobility and comfort.

Providing one-to-one support and supervision for consumers requiring Level 1 observations, as directed by the Registered Nurse.

Undertaking delegated consumer observations and promptly reporting changes in behaviour, mental state or physical health to the Registered Nurse.

Encouraging and supporting consumers to participate in therapeutic, recreational and group activities.

Helping maintain a safe, clean and supportive ward environment.

Assisting with routine clinical tasks within your scope of practice and under the delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Accurately documenting delegated care and observations.





Communicating effectively with nursing staff and the broader multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care.

You will work within a clearly defined scope of practice and under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, contributing to the delivery of safe, high-quality care.

About You

You are a reliable, compassionate and motivated individual who is passionate about supporting older people and providing quality, person-centred care.

You will demonstrate

Current enrolment in an undergraduate Registered Nursing degree, having completed the first year and first semester or trimester of the second year.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

A patient-centred approach, with respect for the dignity, independence and individual needs of consumers.

A team-focused attitude and the ability to work collaboratively with nursing staff and the multidisciplinary team.

Reliability, accountability and a willingness to take direction.

An interest in older persons mental health and a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

What we can offer you:

Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development

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 The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au-welcomeexperience

Additional Information 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.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-protected 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.

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.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support.

Need more information?

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- Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Nicole Asimus on [email protected]

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