Administration Officer

Job Overview Administration Officer (Intermediate Stay Mental Health Unit) – Northern NSW Local Health District Job Details Remuneration: $71,072.43 – $73,287.41 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary PackagingLocation: James Fletcher Campus, NewcastleEmployment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Administration Officer Level 3Hours Per Week: 38Applications Close: Sunday, 30th November 2025 About the Role Are you an organised and proactive administrative professional looking for your next challenge? The Intermediate Stay Mental Health Unit (ISMHU) is seeking a motivated Administration Officer to provide vital administrative and clerical support. In this role, you’ll help ensure the efficient and effective operation of the Unit by providing high‑quality administrative assistance to nursing, allied health, and medical staff, as well as supporting patients, families, and carers. You’ll play an important part in helping the team deliver excellent care within a compassionate, structured, and professional environment. What You’ll Be Doing Deliver a range of administrative and clerical support services to ensure the smooth operation of the Unit. Provide day‑to‑day administrative assistance to nursing, allied health, and medical staff. Support communication between staff, patients, and families with professionalism and compassion. Manage general enquiries, record keeping, and data entry with accuracy and attention to detail. Assist in scheduling, documentation, and coordination of ward activities. About You You’re an organised, approachable, and detail‑oriented professional who enjoys being part of a collaborative team. You’re proactive in your work, handle sensitive information with care, and bring a calm and supportive presence to your workplace. You’ll Bring Proven experience in administrative or clerical roles. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and time‑management abilities. Proficiency in computer systems and confidence in learning new programs. A friendly, team‑focused attitude and a commitment to patient‑centred care. What We Offer Comprehensive orientation and onboarding to help you succeed in the role. Day‑to‑day guidance and support from the Administration Supervisor and Nurse Unit Manager. Access to training through My Health Learning and professional development opportunities within HNELHD. Salary packaging options to increase your take‑home pay. Fitness Passport membership for you and your family. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and immediate family members. Annual leave and other benefits appropriate to the role. Additional Information To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified; visa sponsorship is not available. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Need More Information? Copy of the position description is available upon request. Contact Chelsea Robertson at for role related queries or questions. Information For Applicants At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know. Contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‑free application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr