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

Location: Mater Mental Health Centre, Waratah

Closing Date: Sunday 6th December 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 career 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 C

📌 AIN - Mental Health Unit for Older People (Australia)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Australia