Dietitian - New Directions - Targeted

Make a difference with Aboriginal families in Tamworth - deliver holistic, culturally responsive care as a Dietitian with New Directions

Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service | Kamilaroi / Gomeroi Country
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time - Until June 2026
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 1/2
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ612472
Applications Close: Monday 20th October 2025

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it 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. 

About the role

Are you a passionate Dietitian looking to make a real impact in a supportive, collaborative, and culturally responsive environment?
Join our New Directions team and help deliver holistic health services to Aboriginal families with children aged 0–8 years.

As part of a multidisciplinary team of Aboriginal Health Workers/Practitioners, Social Workers, and Dietitians, you’ll play a vital role in strengthening connections between community and health services. The New Directions Program focuses on Closing the Gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by providing flexible, family-centred care that respects culture and community.

This is a unique opportunity to work within a program that values flexibility, innovation, and partnership with community.

Where you’ll be working

Based in Tamworth, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds – a vibrant regional city surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. With its welcoming community, great local events, and relaxed lifestyle, Tamworth offers the perfect balance of rural charm and modern convenience.

You’ll be joining a tight-knit, positive team that genuinely values connection and collaboration. We celebrate milestones, get involved in community events, and support one another through regular supervision, mentoring, and informal catch-ups.

We’ll ensure you feel supported and confident in your role with:
 

• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing supervision (individual and cultural)
• Education, training, and professional development opportunities
• Strong leadership and service manager support
• Opportunities to engage with community on Country and participate in local and national events

About you

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Are passionate about supporting children and families to achieve better health outcomes
• Thrive working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, while managing your own caseload independently
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to connect effectively with families, colleagues, and partner services
• Are organised, adaptable, and confident managing competing priorities
• Value equity, dignity, and inclusion in everything you do

What we offer

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

• Proximity to shopping and other services

• Salary packaging options

• Fitness Passport

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Requirements:

• Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in nutrition and dietetics that provides eligibility for full membership of Dietitians Australia
  
  
  Additional Information:
   
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Marisa Barnes on Marisa.Barnes@health.nsw.gov.au