Occupational Therapist Lvl 3 / Social Worker Lvl 3 / Clinical Nurse Specialist 2 - Head to Health Kids Hub

Provide child and family-based therapy interventions as part of large new multidisciplinary service - Head to Health Kids Service.

$112,396.00 - $116,963.48 per annum + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time (Job Share/Part Time hours may be considered) | Warilla Community Health Centre | REQ554764 | Grade: Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 | Applications close: 11 March 2025

This is a temporarily funded position until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding.

Positions will initially be located at Warilla Community Health Centre, then moving to the new Kids Hub building in Wollongong area November 2025.

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

As the Occupational Therapist (lvl 3) / Social Worker (lvl 3) / Clinical Nurse Specialist 2, you will provide client-centred, family-focused and evidence-based clinical intervention services for children up to the age of 12 years with emotional, behavioural, and/or emerging mental health concerns in the context of their family life. This role is part of a new early intervention team focused on promoting positive mental health and development through the provision of timely interventions aimed at improving outcomes for vulnerable children and their families. You will be working within a large multidisciplinary team, providing assessment, intervention, and support services for children and their families whilst also collaborating with preschools, schools, and other community services. The role will require family and child-focused therapeutic interventions, with an emphasis on attachment, parent child relationship and parenting capacity to meet the emotional needs of their child.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a newly-funded team and program – Head to Health Kids Hub. This new service is part of a nation-wide roll out of Kids Hubs jointly funded by NSW Health and the Australian Government to provide early intervention mental health and wellbeing support for children up to the age of 12 years.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

·         Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

·         Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay

·         Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

·         Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

·         Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

·         Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information

·         Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

·         Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.

·         Working With Children Check (WWCC)

·         Current AHPRA Registration or Social Work degree and eligibility for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

·         For Nursing candidates; relevant post-registration qualification in the area of Paediatrics / Child & Family Health / Mental Health and at least 3 years' experience working in Paediatrics / Child & Family Health area of their specified post-graduate qualification, or such other qualifications or equivalent experience deemed appropriate

·         Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Need more information or help applying?

·         Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.

·         Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

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·         For role-related queries or help applying, contact Ruth Evans on Ruth.Evans1@health.nsw.gov.au or 0448 208 040