CCLHD - Care Navigator – Paediatric Behavioural Triage
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3
Remuneration: Depending upon qualifications
Hours Per Week: 24
Applications Close: Sunday 06 July at 11:59 pm
Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking a compassionate and skilled Care Navigator to join the Paediatric Behavioural Triage. Working within the Women Children and Families Directorate, this role is essential in helping children, young people, and their families access appropriate care and support pathways.
As a Care Navigator, you will play a key role in improving access to services for children and young people (and their parents/carers) with suspected co-morbid neurodevelopmental, behavioural, and mental health issues. You will:
- Provide coordinated ‘service navigation’ support, ensuring families are connected to the most appropriate services.
- Collaborate closely with clinicians, NGOs, and Community Managed Organisations (CMOs) to establish and maintain referral pathways.
- Support families across various care settings, including hospitals, community services, and through telehealth and telephone-based engagement.
- Facilitate a smoother experience for families navigating the health and social service systems.
- Contribute to the development of culturally safe and accessible services for all families.
This role is suitable for:
- Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
- Dietitian Level 3
- Occupational Therapist Level 3
- Physiotherapist Level 3
- Social Worker Level 3
- Speech Pathologist Level 3
- Tertiary qualification in Health Sciences, Social sciences, Allied Health, Nursing or demonstrated industry experience with certificate IV in Mental Health. Please upload a copy of your qualification(s) to your application.
- Experience working in health, mental health, or social/community services, ideally with children, young people, and families.
- Strong understanding of neuro developmental, behavioural, and mental health challenges in children and adolescents.
- Knowledge of local service systems and the ability to collaborate across sectors (government, NGO, CMO).
- Experience working in health, mental health, or social/community services, ideally with children, young people, and families.
- Strong understanding of neurodevelopmental, behavioural, and mental health challenges in children and adolescents.Knowledge of local service systems and the ability to collaborate across sectors (government, NGO, CMO).
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
- A role that directly contributes to improved mental health outcomes in the Central Coast community.
- 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.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
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.
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.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact:
Frances Brogan
Phone: 02 4394 7584
Email: frances.brogan@health.nsw.gov.au
You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
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