Employment Type: Permanent Part TimePosition Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 1 / 2 / 3Remuneration: $31.86 - $36.02 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)Location: Coonamble, NSWHours Per Week: 20Applications Close: 22 February 2026 – 11:59pm
Allied Health Assistant - Activities OfficerCoonamble Health Service
About the roleIf you love brightening an elderly resident's day, this is the job for you. You'll contribute to the lifestyle and recreation time of Coonamble's elderly in residential care, by developing activities and programs that are fun, promote physical activity, and are fulfilling to residents.
You'll need to be organised, kind and compassionate, proficient computer skills, a good communicator, and enjoy working independently.
You will develop relationships with other organisations in Coonamble to maintain social connection between the residents and the wider community. With support from the nursing staff, you will learn to observe residents for cues of their physical and psychological wellbeing and report changes to nursing staff.
How to Apply
* Click 'Apply'
* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Laura Dent on (02) 6822 9300 or at laura.dent@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants
* All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
* In accordance with the requirements of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Regulation 2013, any person engaged in NDIS related work is required to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC) clearance as part of their employment with Western NSW Local Health District if successful for this role.
* This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
* Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre‐employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
* Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian.
* Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
* To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
* For more information, visit Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD.
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