General Manager - Drug Health Services - Temp FT
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 Hours Per Week Up Until 28/08/2026
Location: District Wide Service
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5
Remuneration $3194.37 - $3573.26 Per Week
Requisition ID: REQ576807
Application Close Date: 09/06/2025
Interview Date Range: 11/06/2025 - 18/06/2025
Contact Details: Kate Reakes - 0455 623 890 I Kate.Reakes@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
SWSLHD Drug Health Services is a district wide service that aims to improve the health of our community and reduce drug & alcohol-related harms. The service delivers specialist drug and alcohol prevention, treatment and support services from inpatient, outpatient, outreach and integrated healthcare settings.
The General Manager position will work with a range of disciplines within this complex service and has the opportunity to influence the operation and direction of the service including developments occurring in the LHD. In addition, the General Manager is a key member of the LHD Operational Leadership Team and Healthier Communities Directorate. The General Manager works with other government and non-government organisations in the sector.
What You'll be Doing
The General Manager (GM), Drug Health Services (DHS) is responsible for planning, directing and managing the total operations and resources of DHS across South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD). Key to this role is ensuring proper integration and effective and efficient provision of high-quality health services in alignment with the SWSLHD Strategic Plan and organisational objectives and NSW Health policy direction.
This includes the continual implementation of the ‘Transforming Your Experience’ initiative, aimed at positively transforming how patients, consumers, staff and communities experience SWSLHDs organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. This strategy provides us with a clear direction for working together to deliver safe and high quality health services and build the health of our communities – now and into the future.
Where You'll Be Working
SWSLHD Drug Health Services operates across the South Western Sydney Local Health District, providing a comprehensive range of treatments and interventions for individuals, families, and carers affected by alcohol and other drug use.
The services include inpatient withdrawal at the 'Corella' unit in Fairfield, the Opioid Treatment Program, outpatient clinics, and specialised teams such as the Aboriginal Drug & Alcohol Team and the Youth Service. Recognised for their excellence, SWSLHD Drug Health Services has been a finalist in the NSW Health Excellence in Allied Health Awards, highlighting their commitment to high-quality care and innovation.
The supportive and multidisciplinary team is dedicated to delivering compassionate care and innovative treatment approaches. With convenient locations at hospitals and community health centres, the service ensures accessible and effective support for the diverse communities in the region.
Working here means being part of a committed team focused on improving health outcomes and making a positive impact on people's lives.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Tertiary degree in medicine, business, management or other relevant discipline and specific undergraduate or post-graduate qualifications in health services management or related discipline and demonstrates experience in senior or executive management in a large and complex organisation.
- Please provide an example that outlines your experience as related to 1 or more of the KEY CHALLENGES outlined in the role description (max 300 words).
- With reference to the selection criteria and role description, please outline your senior-level direct and transferable experience that equips you for success in this role (max 300 words).
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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