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Aboriginal Mental Health Care Navigator - SESLHD MHS

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Aboriginal Mental Health Care Navigator - SESLHD MHS

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Aboriginal Mental Health Care Navigator, Health Service Manager 1 - South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Service

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1

Remuneration: $84,436.00 - $112,331.00 per annum, plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ589260

Location: Kogarah, Sydney

Applications close date: 24 August 2025

Come Work With Us

An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

An exciting opportunity exists to join SESLHDs Mental Health workforce, working with Aboriginal consumers. The role is strongly connected with the local Aboriginal community. At SESLHD we understand that Aboriginal health is 'everyone's business' and we are committed to providing culturally responsive care for our local Aboriginal communities.

For more information we encourage you to contact Hollie Ballingall on Hollie.Ballingall@health.nsw.gov.au

Interviews are expected to be held between 1 September 2025 and 5 September 2025.

Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

Where you'll be working

SESLHD Mental Health Service, located at Kirk Place, Kogarah. Travel to other Mental Health Service sites and across the SESLHD will be required.

This is an Aboriginal Identified role - we need someone to bring their cultural capability and lived experience as an Aboriginal person to this role. As part of the recruitment process, we will ask you to provide documentation to confirm your Aboriginality and your capability will also be assessed through the recruitment process.

Additional Information And Benefits

• An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Full Time positions
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.
  
  

Selection Criteria

• To be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-discrimination Act 1991.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in health or management related field or relevant equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience as deemed appropriate by Manager of the position.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of complex issues that impact on the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team in performing a range of skills within allocated timeframes.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to negotiate and influence to improve health outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adapt work practices to meet current and emerging consumer and community needs.
• Current drivers licence (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).
  
  

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
• Find out more about applying for this position
  
  

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-MentalHealth@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information For Applicants

• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• SESHLD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. If you require support with your application, please contact the SESLHD Aboriginal Workforce team (SESHLHD - AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.

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