About The Role
Murrumbidgee Local Health District have some exciting Aboriginal Mental Health Trainee positions on offer across our district.
Working under supervision and as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, the Trainee will contribute to the development and delivery of culturally responsive mental health services that promote the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal people and the wider community.
The Traineeship combines paid employment with paid support to complete a university degree, Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health), through Charles Sturt University, known as the Djirruwang Program. The Djirruwang Program incorporates three components: workplace, university and clinical placements. The three components together will help the Trainee to develop into an Aboriginal Mental Health Professional who is qualified to work as a Mental Health Clinician.
Training on the job is provided by Trainees' workplaces and constitutes their major learning experiences. One of the requirements of employment is enrolment in and successful completion of a university degree related to mental health. University study provides the theory that informs Trainees' practice. Clinical placements linked to particular subjects are an assessable component of the university course. Clinical placements and rotations in a range of service settings and organisations provide comprehensive workplace experiences.
Employment Type: Full Time (3-year traineeship)
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker
Remuneration: $65,012.00 - $93,971.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ626784
Location: Negotiable within MLHD
Kick start your career in Mental Health with Murrumbidgee Local Health District!
What MLHD Offer
* Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
* Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
* Flexible Working Arrangements
* Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
* Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
* Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate
* Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and have established links with their local Aboriginal community.
* Knowledge of current health issues relevant to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander communities
* Commitment to work as Aboriginal Mental Health Trainee (under supervision) with consumers who have mental health and drug and alcohol issues.
* Willingness and commitment to undertake tertiary study towards the Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health): attend residential teaching blocks, complete clinical competency assessments, assignments, essays, examinations, worksheets and clinical and health promotion practicum placements under supervision which will require the ability to organise and prioritise work and study activities.
* Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. (NB applicants' race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW).
More Information
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Nigel Smith – MHDA Services Coordinator for Aboriginal Peoples on Nigel.Smith1@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 22 February 2026
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse background.
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