Nurse Unit Manager – Adolescent Health

3 days ago

Saint Marys, Tasmania, Australia NSW Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Employment Type
: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification
: Nurse Unit Mgr Lvl 2

Remuneration
: $133,112.75 per annum + superannuation

Location
: Cobham Youth Justice Centre

Requisition ID
: REQ612683

We are
Just the Place
to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most

Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

The Role
Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for leading and managing healthcare services for patients at the Correctional Centre. This role oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of health services, ensuring quality care within Justice Health, NSW Health, and Corrective Services NSW frameworks. It also involves coordination with internal managers and CSNSW staff to support service development and policy implementation.

Essential Requirements
We are looking for a qualified health professional with:

  • Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
  • Tertiary qualifications in health management or working towards and/or combination of study and work experience

Our location
Cobham YJC is located in Werrington and is the principal remand centre for males aged 15 years and over from the Sydney Metropolitan Area. The centre offers a range of services, programs and interventions to address individual needs and reduce offending. Free on-site parking is available with easy access via public transport and key road links.

Salary & Benefits
Your annual salary of $133, superannuation is just the beginning. You'll have access to:

  • Additional allowances that may apply
  • Access to salary packaging benefits
  • A fitness passport (if you're eligible)
  • Free onsite parking
  • Fantastic training & education opportunities available
  • A dynamic & varied working environment where no two days are the same

Diversity & Inclusivity
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.

If you need assistance with your application, please do not hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team on JHFMHN-

Please note that this is a vaccination category A position, if successful you will need to provide proof of vaccination for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and influenza.
Ready to Apply?
The first step is to submit your resume and answers to the following targeted questions:

  • Describe your experience in leading nursing teams and managing services in primary care setting. How have you ensured the effective use of human, physical and financial resources to deliver safe, compassionate, and culturally responsive care?
  • Provide an example of how you have effectively communicated and collaborated with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to identify and respond to care needs. How did you manage any conflicts or performance issues that arose?

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Samantha Helais on

Applications Close: Monday 27th October 2025, 11:59pm

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