The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
Reference number REQ639165 Occupation Health Education Officer Work type Full-Time Location Sydney - Greater West Salary $74,326 - $118,754 Closing date 13 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 30 June 2027
Position Classification: Health Education Officer
Remuneration: 74326 - 118754 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ639165
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 13 February 2026
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing The position will support the implementation and delivery of Child and Youth Mental Health services within a recovery framework. This framework requires that services demonstrate a culture and language of hope and optimism, be person-centred and holistic, support personal recovery, develop a workforce and organisational culture that is conducive to recovery and make active choices regarding social inclusion.
Carer Peer Workers use their lived experience and work collaboratively with other Mental Health Service staff to support and advocate for young people, their families and support people using Mental Health Services, with a primary focus on carers.
This role will support carers by:
– Supporting staff to increase their capacity for Carer inclusive practice
– Supporting the mental health service to more strategically align itself to the needs of Carers
– Increasing the organisations capacity to work in partnership with Carers, including service provision, co-production, consultation and the role of Carer Advisors.
– Ensuring the Carer voice is clearly articulated and heard at all levels of the health service
Carer Peer Workers also have a role in educating clinical staff and providing representative input into systemic issues through service development activities.
Carer Peer Workers will receive appropriate training, supervision and support to carry out their roles.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
* Personal experience of caring for someone experiencing mental distress and demonstrated experience using recovery principles.
* A degree in a relevant field is required for payment at Graduate rate.
* Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to plan, implement and evaluate group and individual peer led interventions
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
* A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
* Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
* Salary packaging for tax savings
* Meal entertainment savings
* Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
* Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Fitness Passport
* Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
* Click here for the Position Description
* about applying for this position
* Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
* Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Gabriella Simpson on Gabriella.Simpson@health.nsw.gov.au
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367. Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail. This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes. Eligibility List An eligibility list may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.