CCLHD - After Hours / Weekend Ward Clerk and Reception
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $34.46 - $35.54 per hour
Hours Per Week: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday (every second weekend)
Location: Gosford Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit
Requisition ID: REQ613255
Applications Close: Monday 10 November 2025 at 11:59 pm
Do you thrive in a supportive team environment where your organisational skills and professionalism make a real difference? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a dedicated After Hours/Weekend Ward Clerk and Reception, Administration Officer Level 3 to play a vital role within our Central Coast Mental Health Service.
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to provide essential after-hours administrative and reception support that helps our Mental Health teams deliver high-quality care around the clock.
As an Administration Officer you will be the first point of contact for patients, visitors and staff - ensuring effective communication, accurate documentation, and smooth day to day operations across the service. You may be based at Gosford or Wyong Mental Health Centre, with occasional travel across the District to support service needs, vacancies, or leave relief as required.
In this role you will:
- Provide professional reception, customer service, and administrative support.
- Manage patient admissions, discharges, and information systems to maintain up to date and accurate records.
Prepare and format documents to support service delivery, including Mental Health Tribunal materials and meeting minutes.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
We are looking for an organised, proactive, and compassionate team member who is confident working in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Someone who has:
- Strong communication and customer service skills, with experience in reception or administrative support.
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Experience or understanding of working within a Mental Health environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence using databases, email, and internet based systems.
- Excellent attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment.
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?
Rebecca Sinclair
Phone: 4328 7888
Email: Rebecca.Sinclair2@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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