Connections Transitions Coordinator

**Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time - 38 hours p/w
**Position Classification**: Health Manager Lvl 1
**Remuneration**: $78,079 - $105,030 p/a
**Requisition ID**: REQ352980

**Position Title**: Connections Transitions Coordinator (HM1) - Connections Program - PFT - Kurri Kurri / Cessnock

**Are you right for us?**

Are you looking to make a positive difference? Are you both community-minded and up for a challenge? Are you quick to learn and put those learnings into practice?

Then you could be the perfect Connections Transitions Coordinator (HM1) to join the professionals at Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network. Specifically, we’re looking for applicants with a degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience as well as Current NSW Driver's licence (Class 1A or C). Someone with demonstrated experience in managing continuity of care for clients with chronic and complex health needs. Importantly, if you are an overseas resident with a temporary visa, please apply. This position will be open to you if no suitable Australian permanent resident or citizen is identified.

**Are we right for you?**

Here at Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network, this project aims to improve continuity of care for patients of the correctional centres with Drug and Alcohol problems, who are being released to the community. The Connections Program works within an assertive linkage model that aims to link patients with relevant health and welfare service providers post release. The Connections Program team utilises a broad array of contacts, both in the correctional and community environments to assertively link patients into services appropriate to their individual needs. The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with Network delegations, policies, procedures and operations systems, and in line with both the NSW Health and Network Codes of Conduct.

**Want to know more about our service?**

Working within this close-knit team based out of a Kurri Kurri-based Head Office, you will find yourself travelling across the Cessnock/Greater Newcastle region. Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network is a Statutory Health Corporation established under the Health Services Act (NSW) 1997. We are part of the broader health system reporting to the Minister for Health through the Network Board and the Secretary, NSW Health.

**Want more than just a salary?**

Your salary of $78,079 - $105,030 p/a (+ super) is just the beginning. You’ll also have access to:

- Additional allowances + salary packaging benefits
- A fitness passport (if you’re eligible) + Access to ADOs
- Free onsite parking to minimise your commute time
- Fantastic training & education opportunities available
- Genuine career progression & professional development opportunities
- Support from a passionate management team genuinely invested in your development

**Want to be sure we’re inclusive and diverse?**

Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network employs people from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. Put simply, we focus on your capability and your passion.

**Please Note**: This is a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

**Ready to Apply?**

The first step is to submit your resume and your answers to the following selection criteria:

- A degree in a relevant field, or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in managing continuity of care for clients with chronic and or complex health needs.
- Demonstrated competent written and oral communication skills including computer literacy.
- Demonstrated experience of working with community based networks and demonstrated understanding of Drug and Alcohol treatment approaches.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team and meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated good level of conflict resolution and negotiation skills and proven networking and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Must have a current drivers license and willingness to travel

**Need more information?**

**Applications Close**: Tuesday, 15th of November - 11:59pm