Join Our Children in Care Health Program — where teamwork, compassion and purpose come together.
Remuneration : $68,338.79 - $70,468.72 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location : Negotiable across Hunter New England Local Health District
Employment Type : Temporary Full Time - ending 30 June 2028
Position Classification : Administration Officer Level 3
Hours Per Week : 38
Requisition ID : REQ
Applications Close : Tuesday, 7 October 2025
Note: The position is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.
About The Role
We are seeking an Administration Officer to join our district-wide Children in Care Health Program. This service supports improved health outcomes for children in care, and you will provide vital administrative support to ensure services run smoothly and efficiently.
You’ll be a key communication point between the team and our consumers, managing correspondence and phone calls, processing referrals, and assisting clinicians by gathering information and maintaining accurate records. You’ll also work with spreadsheets, databases and working documents to ensure up-to-date information is available when needed.
In This Role, You’ll
- Provide a central point of communication between consumers, carers and the team.
- Accept and process referrals, following up on additional information where required.
- Maintain accurate medical records, spreadsheets and working documents.
- Support clinicians with administrative tasks to ensure smooth service delivery.
- Handle correspondence and phone enquiries in a professional and timely manner.
About You
You’re a detail-oriented, adaptable administrator who thrives in a collaborative team environment. You bring professionalism, accuracy and excellent communication skills, and you’re motivated by contributing to positive outcomes for children in care.
You Must Have
- Strong computer literacy, with the ability to adapt to new systems and applications.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in your work.
- Teamwork skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
- Awareness of privacy and confidentiality requirements (training provided regarding children in care).
Why Join Us?
Join a supportive, person-focused team dedicated to making a difference in the health and wellbeing of children in care.
You’ll Benefit From
- Individual training and ongoing mentoring tailored to your role.
- Regular check-ins with your manager and colleagues.
- Mandatory and ongoing education opportunities to develop your skills.
- Guidance around the unique considerations of working with children in care.
This is more than an administrative position — it’s an chance to contribute to a compassionate, committed team.
Additional Information
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may be considered.
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries, contact Angelika Mandel at
Information For Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria, visit:
Salary Packaging is available and may increase take-home pay. Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off, long service leave, and salary packaging options.
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