CCLHD - Registered Nurse - Out Of Home Care (OOHC) Children and Young People
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time - Contract End Date - 30.June.2028
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$36.38 - $51.08 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Central Coast Community
Requisition ID: REQ601302
Applications Close: Sunday 14 September at 11:59 pm 2025
Are you a Registered Nurse who’s passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people?
Do you want to work in a role where your compassion, clinical skills, and care can truly change lives?
Join our dedicated Out of Home Care Health Pathway Program (OOHC-HPP) team, where you will work with children and young people in statutory care, many of whom have experienced trauma, neglect, or abuse and help give them the health support and brighter future they deserve.
This is more than a nursing job, it’s a chance to be part of something deeply purpose-driven, professionally rewarding, and personally fulfilling.
About The Role
As a Registered Nurse in the Out of Home Care Health Pathway Program (OOHC-HPP), you will play a vital role in supporting the health and wellbeing of children and young people aged 0–18 who are living in statutory care. Many of these young people have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect and your care, compassion, and clinical expertise will help ensure they receive the support they need to heal, grow, and thrive.
Working from Erina Community Health Centre, you will be part of a small, dedicated team that includes a Coordinator, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, and Administration Officer. Together, you will deliver trauma-informed, patient-centred care through health assessments, care planning, and coordination.
Your work will be deeply rewarding and meaningful, every day, you will see the difference you are making by helping children and young people access the right care at the right time.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
A strong understanding of (or willingness to learn about) the Out of Home Care system.
Knowledge of the Keep Them Safe policy and the Health Assessment of Children and Young People in Out of Home Care Clinical Practice Guidelines (desirable).
Experience working with children, young people, or families, particularly those impacted by trauma, abuse, or neglect.
A genuine passion for improving health outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
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.
- Great team culture: Friendly, collaborative, and supportive team with strong morale.
- Recognition and innovation: Be part of a team recognised for collaborative projects and service excellence.
- Stability and support: Our team members stay for the long haul – we hire due to growth, promotion or retirement, not turnover
- 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?
Contact: Jakii Kelman
Phone: 0427 502 306
Email: jacqueline.kelman@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.
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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