Aboriginal Community Support Worker - CLS - Hurstville

Pathway Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Training and development

Collaborative team environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Pathway Talent is recruiting an Aboriginal Community Support Worker for the CLS program in Hurstville. You will provide culturally safe, lived-experience-informed support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with mental health challenges, guided by connection to culture, country and community.

Your role focuses on recovery, empowerment and resilience, walking alongside clients to strengthen identity and social supports.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Mental Health or Peer Work (or relevant industry experience).
• Lived experience as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, with strong cultural knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially with diverse community groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver culturally safe, recovery-oriented peer support aligned with the CLS model.
• Use lived experience to support healing, wellbeing, and resilience.
• Assist with daily living, emotional regulation, and social connection.
• Maintain an active caseload and meet support delivery targets.
• Support connection to Country, culture, and community.

Skills

Lived experience

Cultural knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Certificate IV in Mental Health or Peer Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aboriginal Community Support Worker - CLS - Hurstville

Exciting opportunity is available within a highly respectednot‑for‑profit organisationseeking skilled and passionate Aboriginal Mental Health Community Support Workers to join their Service Delivery team,committed to transforming lives through our services, embracing challenges with creativity and adaptability for lasting positive impact.

About the Role

We are seeking an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peer Worker to join our Community Living Supports Program (CLS) based in Hurstville.

In this role, you will provide culturally safe, lived experience-informed support to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people living with mental health challenges. Grounded in connection to culture, community, and Country, you will support healing, empowerment, and resilience.

You will use your lived experience and cultural knowledge to walk alongside people in their recovery journey, building trust, strengthening identity, and supporting connection to community supports and services.

Key Details

• Identified Roles
• Hurstville
• SCHADS award level 3

Responsibilities

• Deliver culturally safe, recovery-oriented peer support aligned with the CLS model
• Use lived experience to support healing, wellbeing, and resilience
• Assist with daily living, emotional regulation, and social connection
• Support clients with daily living skills, emotional wellbeing, and social connection
• Maintain an active caseload and meet support delivery targets
• Support connection to Country, culture, and community

Community & Cultural Engagement

• Build relationships with Aboriginal Medical Services, Elders, and community organisations
• Connect customers to culturally appropriate supports
• Advocate for culturally safe service delivery
• Support customer feedback and co-design opportunities

Collaboration & Practice Development

• Participate in cultural supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing learning
• Work collaboratively with Aboriginal Peer Workers and multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to co-design and continuous improvement of culturally responsive services
• Engage in reflective practice and regular supervision to support safe and effective peer work.

About You

You are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with lived experience, passionate about supporting others in your community.

You bring strong cultural knowledge, empathy, and resilience, and understand the importance of connection to culture, identity, and community in healing.

You Will Bring:

• Lived experience as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
• A strong understanding of mental health within Indigenous contexts
• Knowledge of cultural protocols, community structures, and culturally safe practice
• Ability to build trust and form meaningful connections within community
• Confidence using your lived experience to support others while maintaining boundaries
• Strong communication, advocacy, and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to culturally safe, person-centred, recovery-oriented support

Essential Requirements

• Certificate IV in Mental Health or Peer Workor relevant industry experience
• Minimum 12 months experience in a CLS program or similar program
• Strong understanding of recovery-oriented, person-centred practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to manage complex needs and behaviours with confidence and care
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and cultural competency
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and reporting systems

Eligibility

• NSW Driver's Licence
• Working with Children Check
• National Police Check (within 3 months)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module

What's on Offer?

• Meaningful work that makes a genuine difference in people's lives
• Ongoing training, development, and professional support
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for career growth within a respected not-for-profit organisation
• Competitive salary packaging benefits

A Safe and Inclusive Workplace

Pathway Talent has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse, neglect, and harm and is committed to safeguarding the wellbeing of children, young people, people with disability, and the communities we serve.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake relevant pre-employment screening, including a National Criminal History Check and other role-specific compliance checks.

The provider is an equal Opportunity Employer, and represent the community which they serve. We invite all the applicants to apply, including First Nation People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds. Pathway Talent acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.

IMPORTANT: This is an identified position under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)