Are you passionate about supporting individuals to access mental health services and helping them navigate the complexities of the healthcare system?

- NFP Packaging up to $15,900 per annum
- Brand new Central Cost hub, supporting mental health in your community
- Work for a reputable NFP who genuinely care about their people

Be yourself, because together we make a difference. Hunter Primary Care (HPC) is a not-for-profit organisation committed to improving health outcomes and reducing disadvantage across the communities we serve. We work with partner organisations to deliver accessible, high-quality primary and mental health services.

About the Position In association with Grand Pacific Health (GPH), Hunter Primary Care is seeking an additional Care Navigator to support the establishment of the Medicare Mental Health Centre (MMHC) in Tuggerah. This role is offered on a fixed term part time basis, up to 4 days per week.

The service operates seven days a week and candidates should be flexible and available to work on a rostered basis as needed.

This position reports to the Service Manager, and offers the chance to:

- Provide person-centred, practical support by connecting consumers with appropriate services and community supports.
- Facilitate access to care, ensuring consumers are linked to the right services at the right time.
- Work collaboratively with a team of mental health professionals and external service providers to deliver integrated and holistic care.
- Address barriers to accessing services by sharing information, providing education, and facilitating warm referrals.
- Support consumers throughout their journey, acting as a key point of contact.

Benefits & Perks





- Ongoing professional development and supervision
- Generous salary packaging up to $15,899 per annum
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development leave, study leave and clinical supervision
- Paid mental health leave
- Employee Assistance Program

We listen. Care. Connect. Skills & Experience

We are looking for someone with:

- Tertiary qualifications in mental health, health, community services, or social sciences or extensive experience in a similar role.
- An understanding of the health and wellbeing needs of individuals with mental health and/or substance use issues.
- A solid knowledge of community and regional services available to support consumers in Central Coast and the surrounding areas.
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with consumers, their families, and carers.
- Access to reliable transport and willingness to travel as part of the role.

Interested? Applications will be reviewed as received, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable applicant has been found.

To apply for this position, click on the Apply button and upload your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria found in the position description. HPC is committed to an inclusive workplace. If you require assistance to submit your application, please contact our People & Culture team on [02 4925 2259](tel:02 4925 2259).

For more information please contact Service Manager, Alicia Southwell.

We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from the LGBTQI community, multicultural communities and people with a disability.

📌 Care Navigator - Medicare Mental Health Central Coast (Gosford)
🏢 Hunter Primary Care
📍 Gosford