Step into a meaningful career supporting older Australians - join our passionate Hunter Aged Care Assessment team and help shape care that truly makes a difference.
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time and Temporary Part Time until June 2026
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Social Worker Level 1/2, Registered Nurse
Location: Wallsend Campus and surrounding sites
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ590110
Applications Close: Thursday, 14th August 2025
Where you'll be working:
The NSW Health Aged Care Assessment Service (Hunter) is a large and supportive team with main office located at Wallsend, we have multiple team sites covering the Hunter including Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and Lower Hunter.
The service provides quality assessment services to older persons in community and hospital settings, including 26 public and private hospitals, and 72 residential aged care facilities in above LGAs.
About the role:
Join our dynamic team as a Comprehensive Assessor and play a key role in supporting older people to access the care they need, when they need it.
In this rewarding role, you’ll work closely with older individuals and their carers to understand their unique goals, needs and preferences, and develop tailored, person-centred support plans. You’ll be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team - working alongside Geriatricians, GPs, Practice Nurses, health professionals and non-government service providers - to ensure holistic, high-quality care.
This varied role offers the opportunity to work across a range of settings, including public and private hospitals, community services, and residential aged care facilities (RACFs), keeping your work meaningful, flexible and engaging.
The successful applicant will be well-supported from day one, with a comprehensive orientation and education program, including access to the National Training Program. This initial training period will span approximately two months and be based at Wallsend, providing a solid foundation for your role. Following the training and probation period, you’ll be allocated a primary work location based on service needs and team capacity. With service sites across the region - including Wallsend, Rankin Park, Newcastle, Toronto, Windale, Nelson Bay, Raymond Terrace, Kurri Kurri, and Maitland - you’ll be part of a well-connected team with ongoing support and opportunities to contribute where you’re most needed.
About you:
We’re seeking a motivated and experienced clinician who is passionate about supporting older people and ready to take on a rewarding role in the evolving aged care assessment space. You’ll have a solid understanding of the aged care system, backed by at least two years of hands-on experience in aged care, and be confident in navigating the complexities of client needs, services, and support planning.
To thrive in this role, you’ll need excellent communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to manage your time effectively, and the flexibility to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You’ll also bring a high level of computer literacy, a current NSW driver’s licence, and a willingness to travel for assessments and training. If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements:
- Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Social Work, which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Eligibility to drive in NSW including willingness to travel to conduct home visit assessments.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, part time arrangements will be considered (minimum 24 hours per week).
- 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 Melina Psychas on [email protected]
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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