Aboriginal Suicide Prevention and Aftercare Services Manager

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time - Contract End Date - 01 June 2026
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $122,850 - $139,559 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ511665

This is a targeted recruitment. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are considered eligible to apply for this role, under Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014.  Applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

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.

Drive Cultural Change in Healthcare

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking a passionate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander clinical lead, as the Aboriginal Suicide Prevention and Aftercare Services Manager. 

Join as in this pivotal role as a part of our Towards Zero Suicides initiative and help us to transform healthcare delivery for our community as we are committed to improving the lives of our rapidly growing Indigenous population.

About You

• This is a Targeted Recruitment under Rule 26 of The Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014, you must be able to demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status
• Leadership Expertise: You bring proven experience in leading and developing multi-discipline teams, fostering collaboration and cohesion to achieve shared goals.
• Innovative Approach: Your track record includes developing innovative and safe patient care initiatives, driving quality improvement through creative solutions and best practices.
• Change Management: You have demonstrated knowledge in initiating and implementing changes to enhance clinical service delivery and outcomes. Your expertise extends to refining models of care, championing evidence-based practices, and fostering continuous practice development.

About the Role

Drive transformative change in suicide prevention. As the Coordinator, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing innovative support services for individuals at risk of suicide and those impacted by suicide. You will collaborate with a network of healthcare professionals, community organizations, and Aboriginal-led initiatives to create a seamless continuum of care.

This role involves:

• Strategic leadership: Overseeing the development and delivery of suicide prevention and aftercare programs.
• Collaboration: Building strong partnerships with hospitals, mental health organizations, and NGOs.
• Service improvement: Enhancing the visibility and accessibility of suicide prevention services.
• Community engagement: Fostering community resilience and support networks.

By joining our team, you will contribute to saving lives and creating a healthier community.

What we Offer

• Culture support and Supervision
• Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast
• Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy.
• Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax.
• Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing.
• Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership.
• Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Child Safe Standard Commitment 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes.  The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Through the application of the Child Safe Standards our organisation will build a culture where abuse is prevented, responded to and reported. Child safety is everyone’s responsibility, and The Central Coast is committed to promoting the rights of children and young people and empowering and promoting their voices within the Central Coast.  Standard 5; People working with children are suitable and supported.

Our Commitment To Diversity and Inclusion

At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse, and inclusive environment which reflects the community and consumers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative.

The ‘Stepping Up’ online resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants understand how to apply for roles within NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process.  

For more information, please visit: Stepping Up 

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For role related queries or questions contact Susan Pinnell

Email: Susan.Pinnell@health.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 0414 193 275 

Applications Close: Sunday 25 August at 11:59 pm 2024

 You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.