Disability Liaison Clinician

Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day and make a difference in the lives of our local community. $40.57 - $70.19 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | TemporaryPart Time 16 hours per week| District Executive Office, Warrawong | REQ | Applications close: 8 December 2025 Grade: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2, Psychologist, Dietitian Level 5, Occupational Therapist Level 5, Physiotherapist Level 5, Social Worker Level 5, Speech Pathologist Level 5 Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. The Disability Liaison Clinician is a clinical expert who, through leadership, facilitates excellence in research based clinical practice, education, research and professional leadership. The purpose of the position is to provide leadership, facilitate research, education and professional collaboration in the specialty of disability. This position provides a face to face interface for clients with a disability and their carers when interacting with ISLHD clinical services. This position is the key resource within the ISLHD providing leadership, advocacy and clinical expertise to staff who are required to provide patient‑centred clinical care to patients with disabilities and their families. This position will be required to attend any of the LHD hospitals or sites providing services to patients with a disability or their carers. Provide expert clinical advice to patients, carers, and other health care professionals within Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. Develop and facilitate implementation and evaluate care management plans for patients with complex health needs related to disability. Provides leadership that facilitates the ongoing development of supportive and appropriate clinical practice for patients with a disability and their carers/families. Initiate and utilise findings of research in the provision of clinical services. Contribute to the development and delivery of specialty related education programs. Participate in formal processes for the strategic and operational planning for the clinical services. For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here. A little about us. From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events. Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by. Benefits of working with ISLHD. Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full‑time employees) Salary packaging - less tax and more take‑home pay Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre‑taxed salary (eligible full‑time employees) Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Apply now By reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements: Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role Working With Children Check (WWCC) Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Valid NSW Drivers Licence This is a temporary leave relief position until 31 January 2027 with the possibility of extension. Position to commence January 2026. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying? Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information. Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. For role‑related queries or help applying, contact #J-18808-Ljbffr