Allied Health Care Coordinator - Aboriginal Targeted
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 30 June 2027 with possibility of extension to June 2028
Position Classification: Health Clinician Lvl 3
Remuneration: 116892 - 120680 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ652924
Location: Randwick
Applications close: Midnight on 22 April 2026
For role related queries or questions contact: Dr Louise Sealy, Community Paediatrician at the Department of Community Child Health, Sydney Children's Hospital Ph: 9382 8472 Email: louise.sealy@health.nsw.gov.au
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
This position is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
An exciting opportunity exists for an Allied Health Care Coordinator (Level 3) with the Aboriginal Care Coordination Team (ACCT) at Sydney Children’s Hospital Randwick. This role provides care coordination for Aboriginal children and their families to manage their chronic conditions and link them into primary health care services. The Care Coordinator works closely with an Aboriginal Health Worker and Aboriginal Clinic staff who are based with the Community Child Health team. The ACCT Program is a joint initiative between The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) and Central and Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network (CESPHN) to increase care in the community for Aboriginal children. The Care Coordinator will aim to support access, health promotion and preventative health services to Aboriginal communities living within the CESPHN catchment area. For more information or to express interest in applying for this position, please contact: Dr Louise Sealy, Community Paediatrician at the Department of Community Child Health, Sydney Children's Hospital Ph: 9382 8472 Email: louise.sealy@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
- Responses to the questions below:
- This position is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
- Provided culturally safe support to Aboriginal children and families navigating complex care within a public hospital setting.
What strengths would you bring to this role, and how would they benefit Aboriginal children and families?
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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