Cclhd - Care Navigator - Head to Health Kids Hub

**Employment Type**: Temporary Part Time - Contract End Date 30 June 2026
**Position Classification**: Health Clinician Level 3
**Remuneration**: Depending upon qualifications
**Hours Per Week**: 24

**Location**:Tuggerah Business Park
**Requisition ID**: REQ575524

**Applications Close**: Sunday 25 May at 11:59 pm

Central Coast Local Health District is seeking a committed and culturally capable professional to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team as a **Service Navigator**. This newly developed role is designed to provide targeted support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, and their families/carers who present with suspected co-morbid neurodevelopmental, behavioural, and mental health concerns.

The position is responsible for assisting individuals and families in accessing appropriate health and community-based services. It plays a key role in establishing and strengthening collaborative pathways between CCLHD, Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), and Community Managed Organisations (CMOs), enhancing coordinated care and improving service access for this priority population.

**This role is graded for the following**:

- Clinical Nurse/Midwife Specialist Grade 2
- Dietitian Level 3
- Occupational Therapist Level 3
- Physiotherapist Level 3
- Social Worker Level 3
- Speech Pathologist Level 3
- Clinical Psychologist
- Senior Psychologist
- Counsellor Level 3

**Key Responsibilities**
- Provide culturally responsive service navigation support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients within the CAMHS framework.
- Facilitate timely and appropriate referrals to internal and external services.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with health, community, and non-government stakeholders.
- Support the integration of care across service sectors, with a focus on early intervention and culturally safe practices.
- Advocate for the inclusion of Aboriginal perspectives in mental health service planning and delivery.

**For more information about this role, please view the**Position Description**

**About You**:

- Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal children, young people, and their families, preferably within health, mental health, or community settings.
- Knowledge of local service systems and ability to navigate health and community pathways effectively.
- Proven ability to build trusting relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- You are a passionate advocate for inter and multidisciplinary care planning, serving as a crucial information connector within the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD). Your role bridges the gap between CCLHD staff, Chief Medical Officers (CMOs), and the private sector, fostering strong relationships and ensuring seamless communication.

**Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.**

**Benefits**
- **Work-Life Balance** - Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- **Financial Benefits** - Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- **Health & Wellbeing** - Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance
- **Program**(EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. Career Growth - Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD

**Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health**
- Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the **Stepping Up** initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

**Additional Information**

An **Eligibility List (E-List)** or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

**Need More Information?**

**For role-related queries, please contact**:
Lani Mcgrath

**Phone**: 02 4320 3996

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