Out Of Home Care
- Health Case Manager
- Targeted

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference where it matters most
- helping children and young people feel supported, heard and empowered to thrive, while growing your own skills within a welcoming and supportive team.

Remuneration:$81,748.16
- $144,021 (dependent on qualifications) Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time until June 2028 Position Classification:Clinical Psychologist, Dietitian Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Physiotherapist Level 3, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Level 3, Speech Pathologist Level 3 Hours Per Week:24

Location:
Tamworth CHS | Wallsend or Negotiable within Hunter New England Upper Hunter Requisition ID:REQ701251 Applications Close: Tuesday 17th November 2026

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.

About the Role

As a Health Case Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping brighter futures for children and young people living in out-of-home care, ensuring their health, wellbeing and individual needs remain at the heart of everything you do.

Working as part of a passionate, multidisciplinary team, you’ll collaborate closely with children, young people,



their carers and caseworkers to deliver holistic, trauma-informed health assessments, develop tailored care plans and coordinate essential health support. Your ability to build trusting relationships, advocate for individual needs and connect children and young people with the right services will help strengthen their health pathways and create opportunities for them to reach their full potential.

You’ll also have the opportunity to empower children, young people and their carers through meaningful health education, while advocating for their individual needs to ensure they receive the care and support they deserve. Working across the Local Health District, you’ll enjoy a varied and community-focused role, building strong partnerships and connecting with a broad network of services to create coordinated, responsive and lasting support.

Feel supported, connected and empowered to grow. From day one, you’ll be welcomed into a friendly and collaborative team, with guidance and support from experienced Health Case Managers, a Clinical Lead and the District Coordinator, who will provide a comprehensive onboarding and orientation experience. With regular team communication and a genuine willingness to share knowledge, you’ll have the support and encouragement to confidently settle into your role.





Invest in your development and professional growth. You’ll have access to dedicated training in local systems and processes, e-learning modules and a range of relevant professional development opportunities to strengthen your skills and build your confidence.

Enjoy flexibility and work-life balance, with the opportunity to work from home up to one day per week.

Where You’ll Be Working

Join the Hunter New England Out of Home Care (OOHC) Health Pathways team, a dedicated service committed to improving the health, wellbeing and long-term outcomes of children and young people living in out-of-home care across the district.

You’ll become part of a friendly, knowledgeable and supportive multidisciplinary team working across a diverse geographical area, bringing together a wealth of specialist expertise and a shared passion for making a meaningful difference in young lives. The team plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive health assessments, coordinating essential care and ensuring children and young people receive the support they need to achieve the best possible health outcomes.

Working in close partnership with carers, caseworkers and other key stakeholders, you’ll help navigate individual health needs, strengthen care pathways and ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Location:
Tamworth and Wallsend is the preferred base for this position; however, applications from candidates based elsewhere in the Current England Upper Hunter region or Newcastle will also be considered.

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📌 Out Of Home Care (Tamworth)
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