District Out of Home Care Health

District Out of Home Care Health (OOHC) Pathways Program Co‑ordinator Employment Type: Temporary Full Time Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2 Remuneration: $114,251 – $134,809 +12% Super + Salary Packaging Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Wallsend or Tamworth preferable (negotiable across HNE for right candidate) Applications close: Thursday 27th of November Targeted Recruitment: Opens to all applicants, but targeted for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration. Key Responsibilities Provide operational management and strategic leadership to a district‑wide multidisciplinary OOHC team. Lead recruitment, onboarding and retention to maintain a skilled and engaged workforce across diverse locations and part‑time arrangements. Ensure effective systems and processes are in place to meet client needs, track performance, and uphold the Excellence Framework (Every Patient, Every Time). Embed culturally safe practice and foster strong relationships with Aboriginal communities and key partner agencies. Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal services, external agencies, and the broader human services sector. Provide expert guidance on child health assessment processes and ensure alignment with NSW Health OOHC Clinical Practice Guidelines. Manage program resources, workload prioritisation and reporting requirements. Navigate competing priorities with agility and confidence, ensuring staff are supported when working with complex and vulnerable populations. About You Relevant qualifications in health management, leadership, nursing or allied health. Experience providing healthcare to vulnerable or at‑risk populations, ideally children and young people. Strong capability in leading multidisciplinary teams, including those working across dispersed locations. Exceptional communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and complex matters. Demonstrated ability to switch between strategic priorities and operational demands with agility. Commitment to cultural safety, reflective supervision and continuous improvement. Why Join Us? Lead a meaningful program that directly improves the health, safety and well‑being of children and young people. Work within a supportive leadership structure, with access to development opportunities and a strong statewide network. Be part of a values-driven team committed to equity, collaboration and excellence in care. We Offer Monthly Allocated Day Off (ADO) for full‑time employees 4 weeks annual leave (pro‑rata for part‑time) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) Salary packaging – up to $11,600 + novated leasing options Fitness Passport – discounted gym memberships for you and your family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families Opportunities to collaborate with diverse clinical and non‑clinical teams A commitment to sustainable healthcare and cultural respect Need More Information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Rebecca Morrison on Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: This is a Category A position. All new employees must comply with the NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 for occupational assessment, screening and vaccination. Salary Packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay. For further information contact SalaryPackagingPLUS at or . This is a targeted recruitment under Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014 where only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are considered eligible to apply for this role. To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. #J-18808-Ljbffr