Support recovery and wellbeing—coordinate care that bridges mental and physical health in a new, community-based pilot program.
- Marathon Health opportunities Posted: Thu, 17 July 2025
**Looking for something new? So were we**
We're thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a **Health Care Coordinator** to join our team in **Wagga Wagga, NSW (Wiradjuri Country)** as part of a brand-new initiative.
This role is part of the **Psychosocial Physical Health Pilot Program**, supporting individuals living with severe mental illness and chronic physical health conditions. You'll deliver short-term, low-intensity, community-based supports that promote physical wellbeing and enhance daily functioning.
**What will you be doing?**
- **Coordinating care** for individuals with complex mental health and chronic physical health needs — including initial assessments, goal setting, progress tracking, and planned program exits.
- **Using a person-centred approach** to support participants, families, and carers in developing and achieving recovery-focused goals.
- **Delivering health and wellness education** to consumers and the broader community, with a focus on physical health topics.
- **Facilitating community sessions and anti-stigma initiatives** to raise awareness among the public and health professionals about the vital connection between physical and mental health for overall wellbeing.
**Why Join Us?**
- **Make an Impact**: Play a key role in a program that's changing lives for people experiencing mental health challenges.
- **Great Pay + Extras**: Earn a competitive hourly rate, plus super, and take advantage of salary packaging to boost your take-home pay by up to $15,900 tax-free.
- **More Time for You**: Recharge with 5 weeks of annual leave, plus time off over Christmas and New Year — because your wellbeing matters too.
- **Keep Growing**: Access an annual Professional Development allowance to stay on the cutting edge of mental health care.
- **Wellbeing Perks**: Enjoy access to our dedicated wellbeing hub and a yearly wellbeing allowance to prioritise your self-care.
- **Exclusive Discounts**: Get special rates and deals through our corporate partners like St George, Westpac, and Westfund.
- **Commitment to Cultural Safety**: We're committed to cultural safety and continuous improvement. Learn more about our Innovate RAP here: _com.au/news/launching-our-innovate-rap_
**What do I need to bring to the role?**
- **Relevant registration**: You must be a Registered or Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via AHPRA, or a qualified Aboriginal Health Worker.
- **Strong clinical skills**: Demonstrated ability to conduct comprehensive assessments, develop care coordination plans, deliver safe and responsive practice, and evaluate outcomes effectively.
- **Recovery-oriented mindset**: A solid understanding of recovery-based approaches for individuals with severe and persistent mental health challenges, and the ability to work collaboratively with individuals and their families to support informed decision-making and active participation in care.
- **Knowledge of chronic care**: Proven competencies and/or understanding of the complexities involved in supporting individuals with chronic health conditions.
**Position details**:
- Wagga Wagga
- Primary Health, Mental health
- Full time
- Full Time, Ongoing role
**Date Posted**: Thu, 17 July 2025
**Closing Date**: Wed, 13 August 2025
**Contact**: Ash Credlin
**Phone**: 0438 748 830