Aged Care Services – Lower Mid North Coast
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 2
Remuneration: $33.59 – $34.70 Per Hour + Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ631207
Location: Taree, NSW (with a secondary office in Forster) | Biripi Country
Applications Close: Sunday 8th February 2026
Making a difference through quality administrative support
About the Service
Aged Care Services are based in Taree, with a secondary office in Forster, providing vital support to older people across the Lower Mid North Coast community.
You will join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, working alongside a supportive administrative team, skilled clinicians, and the Aged Care management team. Our service values collaboration, flexibility, and delivering high-quality support to both staff and the community.
About the Role
This role provides essential administrative support to the Aged Care Services team in Taree. The position is varied and busy, offering opportunities to utilise your skills across a broad range of administrative tasks and to backfill into other roles when required.
A typical day includes:
* Answering and directing phone calls
* Scanning, uploading, and managing documents within internal systems
* Data entry and record maintenance
* Preparing supplies for Aged Care packs and mail-outs
* Providing administrative support to clinicians
* General day-to-day administration duties as required
You will work closely with the Administration Team during standard business hours Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 4.30pm. Opportunities for additional hours may arise during periods of increased demand.
About You
We're looking for an enthusiastic and capable administration professional who brings initiative, flexibility, and a positive attitude to their work.
You will demonstrate:
* The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
* Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
* A pleasant and professional manner
* Attention to detail and a proactive, "can-do" approach
* The ability to adapt easily when transitioning between different roles within the team
Support & Training
You will receive hands-on training and support from the administration team, with online training provided to assist you in using electronic patient record systems and other relevant programs.
The team actively supports your development, encouraging confidence and independence in the role while ensuring you always feel supported.
Team Culture & Benefits
We are a friendly, supportive team that values connection and collaboration. Special team moments are celebrated, and staff recognition is encouraged, with achievements acknowledged and appreciated.
This role offers stability, flexibility, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to aged care services within the local community.
Working with Hunter New England Health also provides you with:
* Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
* Fitness Passport membership for you and your family.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support.
* ADOs each month (for full-time staff).
* Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
* Opportunities for career growth within a large and diverse health district.
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Additional Information:
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
* 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. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Information for Applicants:
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. 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 for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: 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.
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Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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