Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Dependent on Qualifications
Remuneration:
Allied Health Professional Level 4: $63.81 - $65.36 per hour
Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2: $73.16 - $74.62 per hour
Psychologist: $40.58 - $59.39 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ673493
Applications Close: 5 July 2026
Interview Details: Scheduled within 10 days of closing
Support for
- Working within SNSWLHD
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Salary packaging options
- Health and Wellbeing benefits including Fitness Passport, and annual Influenza vaccinations
- A team that values your expertise, invests in your development and supports your lifestyle
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What you'll be doing
The Clinical Leader provides Clinical Governance and oversight for Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSW LHD) My Aged Care Assessment Services (MACAS) including:
- SNSW LHD Aged Care Assessment Program (ACAP) assessors.
- Regional Assessment Service (RAS) Assessors.
- Support for new staff/students
To provide a people focused quality service in collaboration with the multidisciplinary teams.
Selection Criteria
- Tertiary qualifications in Allied Health or Nursing and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Nursing, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist and Psychologist) or eligibility for membership with the peak professional association (Social Workers, Speech Pathologist or Dietician). For Nursing at least 5 years post registration experience and Post-graduate qualifications and at least 3 years’ experience working with frail older consumers and those with chronic illness in an ACAP role or current enrolment in or commitment to enrol in an approved postgraduate course within the next 12 months. For Allied Health Extensive specialist or broad generalist knowledge working with frail older consumers and those with chronic illness in an ACAP role. Statement of Attainment 4 (SOA4) training in My Aged Care (MAC) or equivalent.
- Knowledge of the MAC and Australian Government Guidelines for the Regional Assessment Service (RAS) and Aged Care Assessment Program (ACAP) specifically relating to the eligibility requirements for the streamlined assessment services, consumer consent and approval for entry to an Aged Care Place together with a knowledge of the eligibility criteria and referral process for a range of post-discharge options of care for older people.
- Demonstrated ability to provide supervision and support to My Aged Care Assessment Services (MACAS) Assessors, and experience in assessment, ACAP delegation and management of older people in a community-based MACAS.
- Demonstrated ability to think critically, problem solve and make timely and sound clinical decisions whilst working autonomously and when supervising others within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written, verbal, computer skills and proficiency in the use of the MAC and CHOC applications.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with, consult and negotiate effectively with the community, health professionals, consumers and their families as well as to develop and present education programs to these groups.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of management principles, research, strategic planning, and policy development.
Evidence of a current unrestricted drivers’ licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.
We look forward to learning more about you and what you can bring to our team.
Information for applicants
Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website has been developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2026_004: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Southern NSW Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Southern NSW Local Health District, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is part of everyday practice, and our people are supported to succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our workforce.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. www.immi.gov.au
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For role related queries or questions contact Hannah Carmody on 0436 932 709 or email [email protected]
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