Quality and Risk Manager

Overview

Quality and Risk Manager - Division of Child and Family Services

REQ605040 Requisition #

Help deliver outcomes that matter most to our Illawarra Shoalhaven community.

$109,857 - $129,624 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Full Time until 28 June 2026 | District Executive Office, Warrawong | REQ605040 | Grade: Health Manager Level 2 | Applications close: 24 September 2025

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

Responsibilities

The Quality and Risk Manager will provide specialised support to the ISLHD Division Kids and Families (K&F), with the primary focus being the support of the district wide Child and Family (C&F) and PARVAN services.

This will require developing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal stakeholders such as K&F Executive, C&F Service Managers and staff to ensure that a consistent and integrated framework of staff and client safety, quality improvement and risk management is fully established and operating across all aspects of the Service's activities.

The position will also have a key role in developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with key stakeholders involved in the support, management and care of clients accessing Child and Family services. The position will play a lead role and be a key resource in ensuring C&F meet the required National Standards for Accreditation.

The Quality and Risk Manager is committed to EEO, WHS, Ethical Practices and the principles of Cultural Diversity. Successful applicants are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct. Relevant criminal record checks will be undertaken.

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

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- 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)
- 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 and essential requirements

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. Essential requirements include:

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Current AHPRA Registration or Eligibility for peak professional association
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence

This note: This is a temporary leave relief position until 28 June 2026 with the possibility of extension.

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.

- 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.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

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