Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, until 31st January 2027.
Position Classification: Dietitian Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: CCLHD
Requisition ID: REQ657811
Applications Close: Sunday, 7th June 2026 at 11:59pm
Do you enjoy working in a dynamic community setting where your expertise can truly make a difference? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for an experienced Level 3 Dietitian to join our Community Allied Health (CAH) team.
About the Opportunity
As a Senior Dietitian within Community Allied Health, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-informed nutrition services to clients living in the community. You will work with individuals experiencing acute and chronic health conditions, supporting improved health outcomes through tailored nutrition care.
This role also includes leadership and supervisory responsibilities, contributing to service development and ensuring effective delivery of dietetic services across the Central Coast region.
In this role you will:
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Deliver person-centred nutrition assessment and intervention to clients in community settings, including home visits, clinics, and group programs.
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Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to Level 1/2 Dietitians and Allied Health Assistants.
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Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, holistic care for clients.
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Contribute to quality improvement, research activities, and service development initiatives.
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Manage caseloads and staffing across CAH sites to ensure timely and effective service provision.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
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Eligibility for full membership with the DAA and a current NSW Class C driver’s licence.
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Demonstrated experience in clinical nutrition, particularly in managing acute and chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and palliative care.
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Proven ability to lead, supervise, and support staff while fostering a positive and cohesive team environment.
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Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
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Experience delivering dietetic services in community settings, including client education and group programs.
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A collaborative approach and commitment to working within a multidisciplinary team.
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
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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
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Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
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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.
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Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
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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
[email protected] 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:
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Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
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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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.
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