Aboriginal Safe Wayz Clinician (Identified)

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District; Penrith; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Novated Leasing

Education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is seeking a part-time Counsellor, Social Worker or Psychologist to provide wellbeing and healing supports across Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients. The role emphasizes collaboration, cultural knowledge, and trauma‑informed practice within a supportive team.

Applicants must address the selection criteria; the role is Aboriginal identified under NSW law and aims to partner with local communities to deliver culturally responsive care.

Qualifications

• This position is identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellbeing and healing focused supports to children, adults and families, both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal.
• Use cultural knowledge to strengthen service delivery through consultation and advocacy.
• Develop clinical and leadership skills within a supportive learning environment.
• Work within a collaborative team that values respect, cultural wisdom and shared learning.
• Receive clinical supervision, cultural supervision and peer support.

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Location: Lemongrove Campus Hours Per Week: 23 Requisition ID: REQ697573 Applications Close: 15/11/2026 Position Classification & Remuneration: Dependent on qualifications Counsellor or Social Worker Level 1/2: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour Counsellor or Social Worker Level 3: $61.31 - $63.29 per hour Counsellor or Social Worker Level 4: $66.36 - $67.97 per hour Psychologist: $42.19 - $61.76 per hour Senior Psychologist: $65.02 - $70.46 per hour Clinical Psychologist: $59.59 - $72.63 per hour

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Aboriginal children, families and communities through strengths-based, family-focused, culturally responsive and trauma-informed practice. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will contribute to improving outcomes by recognising and building on the resilience, cultural knowledge and strengths of First Nations peoples. The service is genuinely committed to partnering with local Aboriginal communities to co‑design and deliver culturally responsive care and support.

This part‑time position is worked across six days each fortnight (five 8‑hour days and one 5‑hour day), providing a balance of flexibility and meaningful community‑focused work. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to improve outcomes for Aboriginal children, families and communities through strengths-based, family-focused and culturally responsive, trauma‑informed practice. Join a team that recognises the resilience, cultural knowledge and strength of First Nations cultures and is genuinely committed to partnering with local Aboriginal communities to co‑design culturally responsive services. This is a multi‑level position, with responsibilities tailored to your qualifications and experience. To learn more about the role at each level, please refer to the Multi‑Level Accountability Framework. We are committed to creating a culturally safe, inclusive and respectful workplace where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff feel valued, supported and empowered.

In this role, you will have opportunity to:

• Provide wellbeing and healing focused supports to children, adults and families, both Aboriginal and non‑Aboriginal.
• Use your cultural knowledge and insights to strengthen service delivery through consultation and advocacy.
• Apply your connection to culture in building strong partnerships with community organisations and government agencies.
• Develop clinical and leadership skills within a supportive learning environment.
• Work within a collaborative team that values respect, cultural wisdom and shared learning.
• Access ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Receive clinical supervision, cultural supervision and peer support.

This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while growing your professional and cultural practice in a supportive team that values connection, community and leadership. If you are passionate about supporting children, families and communities, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

For role related queries or questions contact Helen Levingston on [e-mail] NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is recruiting to a wide range of Aboriginal identified roles. To learn about potential pathways or for support with applications we encourage you to reach out directly to our Aboriginal Employment Coordinator on 0428 391 926 or via email at [e-mail]

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards.