Reference number

REQ689909

Occupation

Administration and Clerical

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney - Greater West

Salary Information

$78183.85 - $79973.57

Closing date

20 September 2026 at 11:59pm

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Nepean Mental Health Centre

Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 4

Remuneration: $78,183.84 - $79,973.57 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ689909

Applications Close: 20/09/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,

working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

The Nepean Mental Health Centre provides inpatient care for people experiencing acute mental health issues through the short-stay Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC), the Acute Mental Health Unit, Mental Health High Dependency Unit, and Older Persons Mental Health Unit. We support our Patients by linking them to case managers for ongoing treatment and support within an environment appropriate to the person's needs.

We are seeking a highly organised and motivated administrative professional to join our Mental Health Service, providing specialist support across medico-legal and legal processes.



This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of quality healthcare while working within a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary setting.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing and responding to medico-legal and release of information requests, including subpoenas, in accordance with relevant legislation and organisational requirements. You will liaise with clinicians, General Practitioners, Justice Health and other healthcare providers to facilitate the timely exchange of information that supports ongoing patient care. You will also provide administrative support for mental health legal processes, including the preparation and coordination of documentation for tribunal hearings.

This position requires exceptional organisational skills, sound judgement, a strong commitment to confidentiality, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex healthcare setting. now to play a key role in supporting vital mental health services and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant administrative support.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

- Accrued Day Off (ADO)
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
- Novated Leasing
- Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year




- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Fitness Passport

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. What you will bring to the role

- Previous administrative experience in a health or legal environment.
- Proven knowledge and understanding of legislation regarding release of health information and privacy, and an understanding of the NSW Mental Health Act 2007.
- Demonstrated ability to organise, prioritise and complete tasks to ensure daily objectives are met
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and proven interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently under limited direction as to work priorities and effective problem-solving skills.
- Completion of medical terminology course or willingness to complete.
- Experience using Microsoft Office suite of applications and knowledge of computerised patient administration systems.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and clear decision-making ability.

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Need more information?

1. For role related queries or questions contact Leon Dobe on [email protected]

📌 Mental Health Release of Information and Tribunal Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney