Health and Security Assistant, MHICU - ESMHS

Health and Security Assistant, Mental Health Intensive Care Unit - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant
Remuneration: $68,858.49 per annum, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ687777
Location: Randwick, Sydney

Applications close date: 6 September 2026

Previous applicants need not apply

The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area.  We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery.

Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

The Role

Do you have a passion for supporting people and helping create safe, therapeutic environments? South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is seeking a dedicated Health & Security Assistant to join our Mental Health Inpatient Services team.
 

In this rewarding role, you'll be an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, helping to maintain a safe, supportive, and recovery-focused environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Working under the direction of nursing staff, you'll provide a local response to incidents, assist with patient escorts, support daily unit activities, contribute to environmental safety checks, and help ensure the smooth operation of the unit.

This unique position combines patient support and security responsibilities, requiring a calm, professional approach and the ability to build respectful relationships with people experiencing mental health challenges. You'll play an important role in promoting dignity, safety, wellbeing, and positive patient experiences while contributing to a culture of compassion and recovery. 

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has an understanding of mental health and the ability to work effectively within an acute mental health setting.
• Enjoys engaging with patients and supporting therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Works well both independently and as part of a team.
• Holds a current NSW Class 1A Security Licence.
• Has experience in the security and/or health sector and knowledge of duress alarm systems.
• Understands workplace health and safety requirements and the importance of maintaining confidentiality. 

Why Join Us?

At SESLHD, our vision is "exceptional care, healthier lives." You'll be part of a team committed to delivering compassionate care, supporting recovery, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of people experiencing mental illness. Every day presents an opportunity to contribute to a safer environment, support vulnerable members of our community, and help achieve positive outcomes for patients and their families. 

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to combine care, safety, and compassion in a role that truly matters.

Where you'll be working

You will be working in MHICU, PECC and inpatient units within ESMHS, located on the Prince of Wales Hospital campus, Randwick

Additional Benefits

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options - Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing. Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
  
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Are you ready to join us?

We are excited to learn more about you and your experience. As part of the application process, we invite you to respond to the following targeted questions:
 

1. Current 1A Security Licence
2. This role involves supporting consumers who may be experiencing mental ill-health, distress or challenging behaviours. Describe how your skills, experience or personal qualities would help you communicate effectively and respond appropriately in these situations.
3. Describe a time when you noticed a change in someone's behaviour, wellbeing or circumstances that caused you concern. What did you observe, what action did you take, and how did you ensure the person's safety and wellbeing?
4. Health and Security Assistants work closely with consumers, nursing staff, security staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Describe a time when you worked collaboratively with others to achieve a positive outcome for a customer, client, patient or colleague. What was your contribution?
    

How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application
Application close: 6 September 2026

For more information we encourage you to contact Eoghan O'Mahony on ••••@health.nsw.gov.au

Interviews are expected to be held between 14 September 2026 and 18 September 2026

Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
 

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

Our values and commitment to diversity

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-MentalHealth@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information

Information for applicants:

• An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Full Time positions
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained withing the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed or compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website

 

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