Principal Aboriginal Health Worker - Aboriginal Got It Program - Temp PT

Employment Type : Temporary Part Time, 22 hours per week until June 2026

Location : Macarthur Mental Health Centre

Position Classification : Aboriginal Health Worker Principal

Remuneration : $50.38 - $52.48 per hour

Requisition ID : REQ616473

Application Close Date : 09 / 11 / 2025

Interview Date Range : 12 / 11 / 2025 – 19 / 11 / 2025

Contact Details : Joseph Madrill – 0455 079 368 | Joseph.Madrill@health.nsw.gov.au

⚫️In this role being an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement, and is authorised by section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NSW).⚫️

About the Opportunity

Aboriginal Got It! is a pioneering early intervention mental health program designed to strengthen the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal children aged 3 to 9 years in preschool and primary school settings. Grounded in cultural integrity, the program blends Aboriginal traditional healing practices and ways of being with evidence-based clinical approaches to deliver truly holistic care.

This unique opportunity involves delivering a 10‑week therapeutic group programme for Aboriginal children and their extended families, alongside providing culturally responsive case management. The programme also works closely with schools to build their capacity to identify and support children’s emotional needs, fostering safer and more inclusive learning environments.

Based within the Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (ICAMHS), you’ll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals and Aboriginal community knowledge holders. Together, we create a culturally safe space where healing, connection, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Join an award‑winning team recognised with the NSW Health Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Healthcare.

What You’ll be Doing

The Principal Aboriginal Health Worker is responsible for supporting the delivery of the Aboriginal GOT IT programme to children, their parents / carers and schools across South Western Sydney Local Health District. The Principal Aboriginal Health Worker will play a key role in ensuring the programme maintains its cultural integrity, with responsibility for continuing to develop, adapt and evaluate the cultural framework that underpins the programme. The position will work as part of the multidisciplinary team and will have responsibility for supporting participating families that are engaged in the programme around their cultural and psychosocial needs.

Where You’ll Be Working

SWSLHD Community Mental Health Services provide comprehensive, community‑based mental health care across South Western Sydney.

These services cater to different age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and older persons, ensuring specialised care throughout various life stages. The multidisciplinary teams offer a range of supports, including mental health assessments, crisis intervention, care coordination, and therapy. They work closely with inpatient services, GPs, and other community organisations to provide holistic care.

The focus on community health and wellbeing makes SWSLHD Community Mental Health Services an ideal place to work, providing opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the community.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• This is an Identified Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such. Tell us about your mob and connection to culture.
• Holds a university degree qualification. Willingness to obtain a post graduate qualification relevant to Mental Health.
• Describe how you have led or contributed to the development of culturally safe and responsive health services for Aboriginal communities. How did you ensure the cultural integrity of the programme and build the cultural capabilities of the team delivering care?
• Provide an example of how you have worked collaboratively with other health professionals to deliver holistic care to Aboriginal children and families. How did you incorporate cultural mentoring, health education, and care coordination to support social and emotional wellbeing?
• Applicants must possess an Australian C‑Class driver's licence (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C‑class licence (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C‑class (P1 or P2 included) licence within three months of appointment. Learner's licences are not permitted.

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Additional Information

Salary Packaging

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership / Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHD’s key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and people from the LGBTI+ community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

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