CCLHD - Older People's Mental Health Care Coordinator - Health Clinician Level 1

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 1

Remuneration: Dependent on qualifications

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ701928

Location: Gosford Hospital

Application Closes: Thursday 19th November 2026 at 11:59pm

Are you passionate about supporting older people experiencing mental health challenges and making a meaningful difference in their recovery journey? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care. Better Health for Everyone. We are seeking an Older People's Mental Health Care Coordinator to join our specialist community mental health team, providing recovery-focused care to older people across the Central Coast.

About The Opportunity

As an Older People's Mental Health Care Coordinator, you will work within a multidisciplinary team providing assessment, care coordination and therapeutic interventions for people aged 65 years and over experiencing moderate to severe mental health concerns. Using a recovery-oriented approach, you will partner with consumers, families and carers to develop and implement individualised care plans that promote wellbeing, independence and quality of life.

Role

This position plays an important role in delivering specialist community-based mental health services for older people. In this role you will:

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments, care coordination and evidence-based interventions for older consumers.
• Deliver individual, family and group-based therapeutic supports and psychoeducation programs.
• Develop, implement and review recovery-focused care plans and wellness plans in partnership with consumers and carers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external providers to coordinate appropriate health and support services.
• Contribute to clinical reviews, quality improvement initiatives and service development activities that enhance consumer outcomes.
  
  

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

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Eligibility for registration or membership within a relevant discipline, including Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Psychology.
• Experience or interest in mental health assessment, treatment and care coordination within a community or health setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with consumers, carers and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and manage a clinical caseload.
• Commitment to recovery-oriented, person-centred care and ongoing professional development.
  
  

This role is suitable for: Registered Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists Grade 1, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists who meet the relevant qualification and registration requirements.

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?

Andrew Webster

Phone: 02 4320 2952

Email: Andrew.Webster@health.nsw.gov.au

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

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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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