Eating Disorders Coordinator - [Archived Advertisement]

The Far West Local Health District makes up the western-most District in NSW, sharing its borders with South Australia, Queensland and Victoria. Far West LHD provides primary care to an estimated resident population of 30,099, employing over 800 staff across 10 facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

To promote our vision of “excellence in rural and remote health”, Far West LHD upholds its CORE values of Collaboration, Openness Respect, and Empowerment.

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The Primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership and coordination in the development of effective models of care, treatment pathways and evidenced based therapeutic programs for people with an eating disorder or related clinical issues across community and inpatient settings, presenting to Far West Local Health District.

The position will also work strategically to collaborate with local executives, oversight committees and the state-wide coordination team, to assist in completing and implementing the Local Eating Disorders Service Plan.

Skills and Knowledge

1. Recognised degree in psychology, social work, occupational therapy with eligibility for NSW Registration/Professional Association where relevant.
2. Demonstrated track record of senior clinical leadership, service administration and management, project management and advanced level clinical competency including substantial specialist experience in eating disorder service provision.
3. Demonstrated skill in the analysis of complex issues, problem solving, formulating new approaches and implementing comprehensive change programs and improvement strategies, including the ability to develop and monitor outcomes
4. Effective high level interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
5. Experience in provision of training and supervision to mental health practitioners in evidence-based therapies and interventions
6. Excellent project management and organisation skills with ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
7. Demonstrated ability to work in a manner that engenders mutual respect in a cross cultural environment and ability to work with minimal supervision and use initiative
8. Current licence to drive in NSW

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For role related queries or questions contact Christy McManus on Christy.McManus@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 9/6/2020