CCLHD - Nursing Unit Manager – Drug & Alcohol Service Opioid Treatment Program

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 1

Remuneration: $2759.70 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Wyong Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ700608

Applications Close: Sunday 22 November 2026 at 11:59pm

Are you an experienced and passionate nursing leader ready to make a significant impact in the Drug and Alcohol speciality? Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking a dedicated Nursing Unit Manager (NUM) to lead the - Opioid Treatment Program - Wallama Clinic.

About The Opportunity

As the NUM, you will be responsible for the coordination of patient services, unit management, and nursing staff within the Wallama Clinic. This role is integral to the strategic direction of CCLHD and involves ensuring a high standard of patient care, fostering a positive healthcare environment, and effectively managing resources.

Role

This position plays a key role in leading and strengthening the delivery of high-quality, person-centred opioid treatment services through clinical excellence, effective team leadership and continuous service improvement. In this role you will:

• Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing nursing team, fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture.
• Champion safe, compassionate and person-centred care to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Drive clinical excellence, quality improvement and innovative models of care across the Opioid Treatment Program.
• Oversee effective service operations, workforce planning and resource management to support high-quality service delivery.
  
  

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

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1), with extensive recent clinical experience and strong knowledge of contemporary nursing practice.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in drug and alcohol nursing, ideally with experience in opioid treatment services.
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to lead, coach, mentor and inspire a multidisciplinary team.
• A strong commitment to person-centred care, clinical governance, evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement.
• Excellent communication, change management and operational skills, including workforce planning, budget management and service improvement.
  
  

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.
  
  

Need More Information?

Jennifer Lane

Phone: 0417 441 466

Email: Jennifer.Lane@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
  
  

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

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.

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