CCLHD - Program Manager Out of Home Care Health Pathway Program

Role Title: Coordinator Out of Home Care Health Pathway Program
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time until June 2028
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $114,251 - $134,809 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Central Coast
Requisition ID: REQ652645
Applications Close: Sunday, 5 April 2026 at 11:59pm

Are you an experienced health leader passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children? Join a small skilled team working to significantly improve access to health services for children and young people in statutory out of home care.

About the Opportunity

The Out of Home Care Health Pathway Program is a collaborative initiative between NSW Health and the Dept. of Communities and Justice aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of children and young people in statutory out of home care.

Children and young people in out-of-home-care (OOHC) often have high and unmet health needs and are more disadvantaged and vulnerable than other children. NSW Health provides coordinated health assessments for children and young people aged 0-17 in statutory OOHC living in NSW who are expected to remain in care for longer than 90 days. The pathway ensures children in out of home care receive a Health Management Plan (HMP) that is based on their health and development needs and recommends steps to meet those needs. This plan is monitored and reviewed regularly, where possible children receive priority access to health support and services and their health is supported through changing circumstances.

Expectations of the role:

·         Manage and coordinate referrals to the program and provide consultation and clinical advice in relation to health reviews to all relevant stakeholders who support out of home care health assessments

·         Establish and cement strong and sustainable relationships within CCLHD and the wider health system (particularly GPs & specialist medical providers), key government agencies (especially DCJ, DET) and non-government agencies supporting children and young people in care and their carers

·         Contribute to health assessments of children and young people in OOHC as part of the wider multidisciplinary team context particularly where there is significant complexity

·         Communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with clients, carers and other health workers to plan intervention strategies

·         Provide leadership to a skilled small MDT team and monitor and report on the relevant KPIs for the program to the Ministry of Health

·         Support patient safety, quality improvement, consumer engagement and implementation of clinical guidelines.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

·         Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline and a demonstrated understanding of the health system

·         Excellent negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders

·         Demonstrated experience in either the health or child protection system or both with demonstrated experience of clinical work with vulnerable populations utilising a trauma informed lens

·         Proven leadership capability within a multidisciplinary team environment

·         Strong understanding of the health needs, legislative context and care requirements of children in OOHC

·         Highly developed communication, consultation and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?
Emma Merlino
Phone: 02 4356 9347
Email: emma.merlino@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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