Health and Security Assistant, Mental Health Intensive Care Unit - Eastern Suburb Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health and Security Assistant
Remuneration: $63,663.60 per annum, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ614290
Location: Randwick, Sydney
 

Applications close date: 26 October 2025

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

Come Work With Us!

We are currently looking for a Health & Security Assistant with experience in security and great people skills to join our team.

Unique opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic team, providing quality safety and security services to patients, staff and visitors in an acute mental healthcare setting. Great support available, long term career opportunities available for the right candidate who can work closely with the nursing team adhering to the principles of low conflict, high therapy interaction and engagement to provide the best possible care and outcomes for patients.

The Health and Security Assistant is an important member of the multi-disciplinary team who will provide a local response to incidents, maintain general safety of the unit and interact with patients in a wide variety of situations and contexts. These include: 

• Immediate response to critical incidents 
• Escorting patients to other departments/appointments 
• Assisting with the cleanliness of the unit 
• Assist with daily unit activity program 
• Ensure that daily environmental searches of the unit are being carried out. 
• Testing and recording of duress alarms on a routine basis.
• Responsible for checking and maintaining equipment on the unit and ensuring it is in good working order.
• Also the potential to work in any of the Mental Health Inpatient Unit as required.

For more information we encourage you to contact Nicole Sheehan on nicole.sheehan@health.nsw.gov.au

Interviews are expected to be held between 3November 2025 and 7 November 2025.

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

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 Information and Benefits

• An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Full Time positions

• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.

• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.

• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.

• Discounted Private Health Insurance.
  
  
   

Selection Criteria: 

1. Demonstrated understanding of mental health issues and an ability to work within an acute mental health setting.
2. Commitment to interact with patients and facilitate unit activities.
3. Demonstrated ability to perform duties and tasks with minimal supervision.
4. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a team member.
5. Good written/verbal skills and sound computer and keyboard skills.
6. Current Class 1 C NSW drivers licence (unrestricted) and Current 1 A Security licence.
7. Demonstrated experience in the security and or health industry and knowledge of duress alarm systems.
8. Sound knowledge of WH&S issues and understanding of the requirement for strict confidentiality.

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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 characteristics 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. 

Information for applicants:

• 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 within the position description.

• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.