Aboriginal Cultural Safety Coach
Employment Type: Health Manager Level 3 – Full Time, PermanentRemuneration: $132,236.00 – $150,222.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuationHours Per Week: 38Additional Benefits: Competitive remuneration, a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working, as well as comprehensive leave entitlements.Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards, Cammeraygal Country
Applications Close: 11:59PM, Sunday 12 April 2026
"Support cultural safety practice and facilitator wellbeing across NSW Health"
* Provide culturally appropriate mentoring, supervision and early intervention support to Aboriginal Cultural Capability facilitators and educators delivering Respecting the Difference and related programs across NSW Health
* Support the psychological, cultural and emotional wellbeing of facilitators, particularly Aboriginal staff experiencing colonial load, trauma exposure and emotionally demanding training environments
* Facilitate real‐time debriefing, reflective practice and peer support, enabling safe, sustainable and high‐quality education delivery
* Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of cultural safety, supervision and wellbeing frameworks within the Centre of Expertise
This role focuses on supporting facilitators and educators rather than delivering training programs.
About the Opportunity
The Aboriginal Cultural Safety Coach plays a vital role in supporting the wellbeing, cultural safety and sustainability of the Aboriginal Cultural Capability facilitator workforce across NSW Health. Based within the Centre of Expertise at the Health Education and Training Institute (HETI), this role provides culturally appropriate mentoring, supervision, early intervention and debriefing support to facilitators and educators delivering Respecting the Difference and other Aboriginal cultural safety programs. The focus is on ensuring facilitators, particularly Aboriginal staff, are supported to do this important and often emotionally demanding work safely and effectively.
Working closely with the Senior Education Manager, Aboriginal Cultural Capability, and other Delivery Hub staff, the Aboriginal Cultural Safety Coach helps identify emerging wellbeing needs, supports reflective practice, and contributes to the development and continuous improvement of culturally safe supervision and wellbeing frameworks within the Centre of Expertise.
This role centres on care, guidance and cultural insight, helping to create the conditions for consistent, high‐quality and culturally safe education across the NSW Health system.
HETI 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+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply! The Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) is a leading provider of high-quality training and education to support more than 140,000 clinical and non‐clinical staff, trainers, managers and leaders across the NSW health system.
HETI offers competitive remuneration (base salary plus super and leave loading), a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working (all staff are required to attend the office weekly), as well as comprehensive leave entitlements and discounted access to fitness facilities. Professional development is well embedded in our organisation and staff are encouraged to continue their studies and take opportunities for furthering their careers.
For your application to be considered
To submit your application, please provide:
* Your resume (maximum five pages)
* A covering letter outlining your interest in the role (maximum one page)
* A response to the Selection Criteria question, as outlined in the Role Description
Essential Requirements
This is an identified Aboriginal position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and be accepted as such in their local community. This is a genuine occupational qualification, and exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti‐Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
Selection Criteria
* This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be a person of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14 of the Antidiscrimination Act 1977 NSW.
* Relevant qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or related discipline, with current registration with a recognised professional body (e.g., Ahpra, AASW, PsyBA, ACA, PACFA) demonstrated experience in culturally safe practice and a commitment to Aboriginal‐led approaches. Experience in the healthcare sector is highly regarded.
* Demonstrated experience in providing culturally appropriate mentoring, supervision, and wellbeing support, particularly in emotionally demanding environments involving trauma, racism, or resistance.
* Proven ability to support Aboriginal staff and facilitators who carry significant colonial load, including facilitating debriefing, reflective practice, and early intervention strategies.
Need more information?
* Click here for the Position Description
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Additional Information
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description
* 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.
* This position is a permanent position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g., Australian citizenship/permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa.
Contact People
Please contact Gail Forrest on Gail.Forrest@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact HSNSW-AboriginalCareers@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
Please let HSNSW-DisabilityEmployment@health.nsw.gov.au know 24 hours of being invited to interview if you require adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.
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