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$127,150 - $144,444 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Nowra Mental Health Community Service, Nowra | REQ593575 | Grade: Health Manager Level 3 | Applications close: 7 August 2025
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
This position provides management, leadership, guidance and supervision to the Shoalhaven Community Mental Health Services (Nowra / Ulladulla), the Suicide Prevention Outreach Team (SPOT), RAMHP Coordinator and Disaster Recovery within the Mental Health Services, Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
In conjunction with the Director of Mental Health Services and Operations Manager (Wollongong Inpatient, Adult Community, Emergency, and Older Persons) this position is responsible for planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of services, systems and policies that support the delivery and coordination of recovery focused care for adult persons with mental health issues, including those with complex and multiple needs in both community and inpatient services.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
In the Shoalhaven, on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate three hospital sites: David Berry Hospital, Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital and Milton Ulladulla Hospital.
There are many benefits of living and working in the Shoalhaven. The region is home to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events.
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 selection criteria 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)
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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.
- Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Warran Lynch at [email protected]
