Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Site negotiable within the Inland Network

Position Classification: Dependent on Qualifications

Remuneration

Allied Health Professional Level 4: $131585 - $134775 per annum

Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1: $149408.12 - 152392.73 per annum

Snr Psychologist: $128933 - $139712 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ708499

Applications Close: 22 November 2026

Interview Details: Scheduled within 10 days of closing

What you'll be doing The Aboriginal MHAOD Consultation Liaison provides network wide clinical consultancy, cultural leadership and specialist mental health and alcohol & other drugs expertise to multidisciplinary teams. Undertake project work as directed to support service priorities and deliver outcomes.

This role strengthens culturally safe, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented practice across inpatient, emergency and community settings, ensuring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers receive holistic care that encompasses social, emotional, physical and cultural wellbeing.

The position undertakes direct clinical intervention for complex and complex cases, supports safe transitions of care, embeds evidence-based practice, and works collaboratively with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) and partner services Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) to improve consumer outcomes.

Support for

- Working within SNSWLHD
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Salary packaging options
- Health and Wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport, and annual Influenza vaccinations
- A team that values your expertise, invests in your development and supports your lifestyle
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Selection Criteria

1. Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (NB applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW) and have established links with their local Aboriginal community.
2. Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a minimum of 5 years' full time equivalent, post registration experience and at least 3 years' full time equivalent experience in the mental health field and post graduate qualifications in mental health, alcohol and other drugs nursing or area,



or Senior Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Welfare Officer Senior Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist registered with or eligible for registration with APHRA or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers with a minimum of 5 years' full time equivalent, post graduate experience and at least 3 years' full time equivalent experience in the mental health field.
3. Comprehensive understanding of the concept and principles of MHAOD rehabilitation and recovery and demonstrated experience and skills using a collaborative, strengths-based approach to the care of MHAOD consumers and demonstrated application of Aboriginal Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) frameworks.
4. Proven ability to think critically, problem solve and make timely, sound clinical decisions whilst working autonomously.
5. Demonstrated expertise in clinical leadership and clinical supervision to clinicians from all disciplines, upholding standards of clinical practice, and critically analyse, review and develop relevant policies and procedures.
6. Demonstrated understanding and application of the NSW Mental Health Act (2007).
7. Ability to communicate effectively and the capacity to engage and collaborate with consumers, families and carers and/or other stakeholders, and a demonstrated high-level proficiency in computer literacy.
8. Evidence of a current unrestricted drivers’ licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.

We look forward to learning more about you and what you can bring to our team

Information for applicants

Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website has been developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process.



The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2026_004: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Southern NSW Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe 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 Southern NSW Local Health District, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is part of everyday practice, and our people are supported to succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our workforce.

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 to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a Recent Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. www.immi.gov.au

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Need more information?

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- Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Nicole Jorgensen on 0436 644 278 or [email protected]

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