Disability Resource Coach (OT/SW/SP/Physio Lvl 3, CNC Gde 1, Psych) - Keeping Well In Community - Perm FT
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: SWSLHD District Wide
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Speech Pathologist Level 3, Physiotherapist Level 3, Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1, Psychologist
Remuneration: Dependant on Classification
Occupational Therapist Level 3: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum
Social Worker Level 3;: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum
Speech Pathologist Level 3: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum
Physiotherapist Level 3: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum
Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1: $126,720.88 - $129,314.15 per annum
Psychologist: $77,358.00 - $113,226.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ587203
Application Close Date: 13/07/2025
Interview Date Range: 16/07/2025 – 23/07/2025
Contact Details: Marion Rabuka – 0436 647 980 | marion.rabuka@health.nsw.gov.au
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists to join an established Disability Resource Team in South Western Sydney Local Health District as a Disability Resource Coach (Disability Navigator) to improve the care experiences for people with disability, their families and informal supports.
This role is pivotal in supporting the care experience of people with disabilities and their carers across South Western Sydney Local Health District facilities and services. The Disability Resource Coach works collaboratively with facility multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to address disability related needs, establishing reasonable adjustments and supporting discharge planning.
What You'll be Doing
- Improve the care experience for people with disability, their families and informal supports.
- Facilitate continuity, coordination and transfer of care between admitted and community settings.
- Work collaboratively with SWSLHD and external partners to ensure the care needs of people with a disability are met such that fewer acute health responses are needed.
- Provide guidance, leadership and advice to facilities to support the needs of people with disabilities who present to hospital.
- Implement proactive care navigation and hospital avoidance strategies for people with disabilities with unmet/unstable care needs.
- Build and strengthen networks with SWSLHD and external services that support the needs of people with disability.
- Undertake duties and reporting requirements associated with the position.
Where You'll Be Working
SWSLHD Primary & Community Health provides a comprehensive range of community-based services designed to improve and maintain the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities across South Western Sydney.
These services include prevention, early intervention, assessment, acute and post-acute treatment, health maintenance, and continuing care. The team supports diverse populations, offering specialised programs for children, young people, older adults, and at-risk communities.
With over 800 dedicated staff, including Aboriginal Health Workers, nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, the service ensures high-quality care close to where people live.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Relevant qualifications as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Psychologist currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) OR qualified Social Worker eligible for membership with the Australia Association of Social Workers (AASW) OR qualified Speech Pathologist eligible for membership with Speech Pathology Australia OR CNC Grade 1: At least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience and in addition who has approved post registration nursing/midwifery qualifications relevant to the field in which the employee is appointed, or such other qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the public hospital or public health organisation.
- Outline your extensive knowledge of the health and disability sectors, including specific experience with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Please provide examples of how you have coordinated care and navigated systems for individuals with complex needs—particularly those exhibiting behaviours of concern—across multiple services and agencies.
- Describe your understanding of the principles of access and reasonable adjustment for people with physical, cognitive, communication, psychosocial, and sensory disabilities within healthcare settings. Please provide specific examples of how you have identified barriers and implemented practical adjustments to ensure equitable participation and inclusion of patients or consumers throughout their healthcare journey.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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