Senior Aboriginal Peer Worker - Grad / Non Grad - Kempsey (Identified)
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- Health Education Officer
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- Mid North Coast Local Health District
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- REQ646170 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time ending 30 June 2027 - Several roles available with the possibility of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Snr Health Educ Off Grad - $59.89 - $64.69 per hour
Position Classification: Snr Health Educ Off Non Grad - $49.19 - $51.04 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ646170
Advertising Closes: 07 April 2026
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). Please attach to your application in order to progress.
What you'll be doing
As a Senior Aboriginal Peer Worker you will use lived experience as an Aboriginal person navigating your own journey of suicidal ideation or attempts to support other people using the Safe Haven. The Senior Aboriginal Peer Worker will provide leadership to provide culturally safe support in a warm, welcoming, non-clinical environment, working with other professionals to support and link people who access the service with appropriate services.
This service is staffed by peer workers with lived experience of suicide and the service runs Thursday – Sunday including after hours, weekends and public holidays.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. All applicants must supply either a letter of Aboriginality signed under the common seal from a recognised incorporated Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community organisation such as Land Council or Elders group, Aboriginal Medical Service or a letter on letterhead from a Local Aboriginal Land Council demonstrating membership of the Council.
Further information on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained at www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
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For role related queries or questions contact Sage Green on sage.green@health.nsw.gov.au or phone: 0400242662
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au
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