District CPCiAC Project Officer

Remuneration: $109,857 - $129,624 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ588957
Closing Date: Sunday, the 3rd of August

Applicants must be based within the Hunter New England Local Health District.

Your Impact
As the Comprehensive Palliative Care in Aged Care (CPCiAC) Project Officer, you’ll lead a district-wide scoping and needs analysis to improve access to specialist palliative and end-of-life care for older people in Residential Aged Care Homes (RACHs).

You’ll contribute to shaping a person-centred model of care by identifying service gaps and developing strategies to enhance  access to specialist care, workforce capacity, equity, and streamlined referral pathways. This includes project planning, stakeholder engagement, and milestone reporting.


Your Experience and Qualities
You bring:

• Strong project management skills in complex service environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• The ability to analyse service needs and drive improvement initiatives
• High-level organisation and time management
• Advanced computer skills to support delivery and reporting
  Knowledge of aged or palliative care is desirable, but a willingness to learn is just as important.

Who You’ll Join (and the Benefits)
Join a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary Palliative Care team committed to improving end-of-life care across all settings.

You’ll receive:

• Ongoing support from experienced leaders and project staff
•  A tailored orientation program based on your background and development goals
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful change within a values-driven culture
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

What You’ll Bring to the Table

• A proactive, adaptable approach
• Passion for improving health outcomes for older people
• A collaborative mindset and drive for person-centred care
• The ability to manage competing priorities and keep projects on track

Additional Information:
This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Jenny Highlands on Jenny.Highlands@health.nsw.gov.au

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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 

This is a Category B 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 B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. 

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. 

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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