School Based Administration Trainee Coordinator - Targeted

Make a difference, right from the start

Remuneration: $84,436 – $112,331 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – 12 month contract
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ568609
Closing Date: Sunday, 11th of May

Are you passionate about supporting the next generation of Aboriginal youths into the workforce? Do you thrive in a people-focused role that requires you to be organised and a great communicator?  If you care about supporting young Aboriginal people to grow in confidence, gain lifelong skills, and strengthen their connection to community, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion. 

Why join us:
We are a friendly and collaborative team with a wide variety of backgrounds and knowledge with a passion for Learning & Development. Our team works across three sites, that is located on  Worimi and Kamilaroi Country. This role supports the Aboriginal School Based Administration Trainees (SBAT) across the district, making this an exciting, broad and fulfilling role for you to expand your ODL and district knowledge whilst supporting Aboriginal youth on their journey to meaningful employment.

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off
• 4 weeks' annual leave
• Connect with the Aboriginal staff networks and groups to ensure cultural safety, inclusion and connection for self and Aboriginal SBAT.
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life 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, and a First Nations Hotline and Aboriginal Counsellors.

About the Role:
This position plays a key role in supporting the effective coordination of school-based training programs across our health services, with a strong focus on fostering culturally safety and inclusive learning environments for all students. You’ll work closely with the Aboriginal trainees, schools, and internal teams to ensure students are well-supported throughout their learning journey.

Your days will involve:

• Establishing strong relationships with the Trainees by building trust, and being a supportive and encouraging role model
• Building strong working relationships with parents/caregivers, supervisors, community members and education partners to ensure trainees can be successful throughout their traineeship
• Providing general administrative support to the program
• Supporting student engagement and welfare throughout their traineeship
• Support the development of partnerships across the district to increase the sites availability to host SBATs

While the location is flexible, regular travel across HNELHD will be required.

We’re after someone who is:

• Highly organised and has attention to detail for managing paperwork and competing priorities
• A natural communicator who can build trust and rapport with young people and colleagues alike, empathetic and calming demeanour
• Passionate about supporting Aboriginal Trainees in their career progression
• Able to work independently while also collaborating with a broader team
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and willing to learn

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For role related queries or questions contact Samantha Merrick on Samantha.Merrick@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. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 

Additional Information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

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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