At a Glance
- Tasks: Guide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers through mental health services with cultural safety.
- Company: Join Sydney Local Health District, a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy monthly days off, salary packaging, free courses, and wellness resources.
- Other info: Opportunities for ongoing roles and a supportive environment for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent with relevant qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
The Aboriginal Mental Health Care Navigator will ensure the care journey for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers are able to access Aboriginal Community Mental Health services that are holistic, culturally safe, trauma informed and evidence based. The Aboriginal Mental Health Care Navigator will support the development of services and processes between the Community Mental Health service and non-government, primary care, social support, justice and drug and alcohol services to ensure collaboration, connectivity, reduce service duplication and ensure appropriate support at transitional points in care for Aboriginal people.
Ideal Candidate
- To be a person of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (NB applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14(d) of the Anti-discrimination Act 1977, NSW).
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures with established links with the local communities.
- Tertiary qualification Bachelor Health Science (Mental Health), or qualifications and current registration with AHPRA for Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers for Social Workers.
- Registered nurse with minimum 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience.
- Knowledge of mental health issues faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; with experience in mental health and/or social, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their communities.
- Experience in Case Management and developing and reviewing consumer centred support plans.
Benefits and Perks
- Monthly Accrued Day Off
- Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave Loading.
- Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance.
- Enjoy free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling and support for staff and their families.
- Annual influenza vaccination on us!
- Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004). SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: Stepping Up.
Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. For more information about SLHD, please visit Working with Us.
For enquiries, please contact Benedict Cutler via email at Benedict.Cutler@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 8 October 2026
For applicant support and information, visit Applicant Information.
Aboriginal Mental Health Care Navigator (Counsellor/Social Worker/Occupational Therapist Level 4, Senior Psychologist or Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1) in Sydney employer: Sydney Local Health District
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Contact Details:
Sydney Local Health District Recruitment Team
