Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 30/06/2026)
Location: Lemongrove Campus
Hours Per Week: 29
Requisition ID: REQ594923
Applications Close: 09/09/2025
Position Classification & Remuneration: Dependent on Qualifications
Clinical Psychologist: $55.09 - $67.15 per hour
Senior Psychologist: $60.12 - $65.14 per hour
Psychologist: $39.01 - $57.10 per hour
Social Worker or Counsellor Level 1-4: $37.03 - $62.84 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 an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as an Aboriginal person and be accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.
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).
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is calling for a passionate Aboriginal clinician to join the Safe Wayz community team, a place where compassion drives clinical excellence and culturally safe care transforms lives.
In this pivotal role, you’ll deliver therapeutic and case management services to Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal individuals across all ages, while offering cultural consultation to clients, communities, and professionals. You’ll be part of a tight-knit team that champions integrity, inclusivity, and meaningful connection.
Your voice and expertise will shape how care is delivered—ensuring every person is seen, heard, and supported. We’re deeply invested in your growth, offering tailored professional development, clinical supervision, and cultural guidance to help you thrive.
If you're ready to make a lasting impact in a role that values both your skills and your spirit, NBMLHD is ready for you. Apply now and be part of a future where healing is guided by culture, compassion, and community.
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
NBMLHD is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders; people living with disability; people from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background; people who identify as LGBTQI+, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and people of mature age.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.
What you will bring to the role
- This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as an Aboriginal person and be accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
- Applicants must hold one of the below eligible qualifications: a) Qualification in Social Work which provides eligibility for full membership to Australian Association of Social Workers, b) Counselling qualification with ACA L3-4 registration (Australian Counselling Association) or PACFA Clinical Registrant status (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia), c)Sydney University’s Aboriginal Qualification Pathway - Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma), or d)Psychology: General registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and, for Senior Psychologist, a current Senior Psychologist or eligible for Senior Psychologist grading (with no less than 12 months service at the 9th year of service and thereafter rate) and, for Clinical Psychologist, an accredited Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with endorsement or working towards endorsement with the Psychology Board of Australia.
- Experience providing culturally appropriate trauma focused therapeutic supports for Aboriginal individuals and families in regards to sensitive issues
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to create Aboriginal community connections, engagement, and collaborations
- Demonstrated understanding of the intersection between issues of intergenerational trauma, colonisation, sexual assault, domestic violence and child protection
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a therapeutic team and to manage competing tasks in a busy service.
- Current NSW Drivers Licence and ability to attend Nepean Hospital within 1 hour to participate in the 24/7 crisis on-call service
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Helen Levingston on [email protected]
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