CCLHD - Manager Mental Health Social Work

NSW Health; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Relocation assistance

Gym discounts

flu vaccines

Telehealth

EAP counselling

Private health insurance discount

Professional development

Secondments

Job summary

NSW Health in Gosford/Wyong Hospitals seeks a Manager, Mental Health Social Work to lead frontline allied health services and improve transitions for consumers. You will oversee programs, develop models of care, and collaborate across mental health teams, Aboriginal and community partners.

Applicants should bring senior leadership experience, registration in a relevant discipline, and a focus on consumer-centred care with a commitment to diverse communities across the lifespan.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Nursing or Allied Health with registration in the appropriate discipline.
• Qualifications in health service management are acceptable.
• Experience leading across mental health service programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead allied health models of care for transitions from acute to primary and community care.
• Provide leadership across mental health programs and drive service improvement.
• Build partnerships with consumers, carers, staff and stakeholders.
• Lead change management to implement innovative models of care.
• Use evidence to inform planning, evaluation and improvement.
• Monitor projects, report outcomes and advise executives.
• Manage resources and budgets to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Negotiation

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Policy interpretation

Education

Nursing

Allied Health registration

Health service management

Job description

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time, until 11 April 2027
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration:$118,821 - $140,201 per annum
Hours Per Week:38
Location:Gosford and Wyong Hospitals
Requisition ID:REQ699937
Applications Close:Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 11:59pm

Do you thrive in a leadership environment where your expertise can make a meaningful difference to consumers, families, and carers? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for an experienced and collaborative Manager, Mental Health Social Work to lead and support the delivery of high-quality mental health allied health services.

About the Opportunity

As the Manager, Mental Health Social Work, you will provide frontline leadership and day-to-day oversight of a range of Mental Health Allied Health Social Work programs supporting consumers as they transition into, through, and out of mental health services.

This role is pivotal in strengthening the integration of specialist services across the broader mental health and NSW Health system, supporting people, families, and carers at critical transition points. You will work collaboratively with mental health teams, allied health professionals, community-managed organisations, Aboriginal Health organisations, and other key stakeholders to develop and implement effective, evidence-based models of care.

In this role you will:

• Lead the development and implementation of allied health models of care that support effective transition from acute and emergency services to primary and community care.
• Provide leadership across a range of mental health-focused service programs and support continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Build strong partnerships with consumers, carers, staff, government and non-government providers, and community organisations.
• Lead consultation, negotiation, and change management activities to support the development and implementation of innovative models of care.
• Use current evidence, literature, and best practice to inform service planning, evaluation, and improvement.
• Monitor project implementation, prepare reports and provide advice to LHD Executive on outcomes, progress, and evaluation findings.
• Manage allocated resources and budgets to ensure services achieve their intended outcomes efficiently and effectively.
• Promote inclusive, culturally appropriate, and person-centred services that respond to the needs of diverse communities across the lifespan.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and collaborative leader who has:

• Tertiary qualifications in Nursing, Allied Health with registration in the appropriate professional discipline, or qualifications in health service management.
• Demonstrated experience providing leadership across a range of service programs with a mental health focus.
• Strong interpersonal, consultation, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead change, develop innovative solutions, and improve the productivity and effectiveness of services.
• Demonstrated capacity to interpret, monitor, and evaluate policies, procedures, and standards to support high-quality consumer care.
• Strong negotiation, delegation, and people management skills.
• A commitment to collaborative, consumer-centred care and to working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTIQ+ people, and people across the lifespan.

If you are an accomplished mental health leader who is passionate about improving transitions of care and strengthening outcomes for consumers, families, and carers, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?

Katherine Nicholls
Phone: [phone] ***
Email: ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3*** for one-on-one support.

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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