Practice Support Officer - Administration Officer headspace Maitland Maximum Term contract - Part time until 30th June 2027The Opportunity: This position will be responsible for the efficient operation of the headspace ‘front end’ reception and primary care GP practice. You will be the first point of contact for a range of young people 12- 25 years, including those who may be experiencing mental health problems. The role is 3 days per week - predominantly based in Maitland, however, at times based at Cessnock. Why Work for us?  Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:  Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight) Discounted private health insurance through Medibank Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish! Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program Paid parental leave (after 12 months of service) â€¯About you? Do you have experience in the following? Then this role is for you! Reception and administration experience in a medical setting Organising appointments Engage and liaising with GPs and Allied Health Professionals Collect client Minimum Data Set (MDS) Monitor and record vaccine fridge temperatures twice daily, Liaise with Medicare, IT contractors and process online MBS billings, data entry and performing various administrative duties. Essential Criteria High level of computer literacy and the use of appointment software and databases Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, internet, email, publishing and appointment software). Demonstrated understanding and commitment to confidentiality principles. High level of organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work, multi-task, meet deadlines and respond to requests at short notice. Demonstrated ability to respond to difficult and/or stressful situations in a calm, sensitive and professional manner. Sound knowledge of medical software, the Medicare system and processing of online Medicare payments is preferable. â€¯The successful applicant will possess or willingness to obtain the following: NSW Working with Children Check, National Criminal History Check, First Aid & CPR certificate and undertake a pre-employment functional medical. Who we are? Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications. For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au    You must have the right to live and work in Australia. Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people. #sams AUD Maitland 2320

Practice Support Officer

Practice Support Officer - Administration Officer 

headspace Maitland 

Maximum Term contract - Part time until 30th June 2027

The Opportunity: 

This position will be responsible for the efficient operation of the headspace ‘front end’ reception and primary care GP practice. You will be the first point of contact for a range of young people 12- 25 years, including those who may be experiencing mental health problems. 

  • The role is 3 days per week - predominantly based in Maitland, however, at times based at Cessnock.

 Why Work for us?  

Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:  

  • Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools 
  • Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight) 
  • Discounted private health insurance through Medibank 
  • Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish! 
  • Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program 
  • Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program 
  • Paid parental leave (after 12 months of service) 

 About you? 

Do you have experience in the following? Then this role is for you! 

  • Reception and administration experience in a medical setting 
  • Organising appointments 
  • Engage and liaising with GPs and Allied Health Professionals 
  • Collect client Minimum Data Set (MDS) 
  • Monitor and record vaccine fridge temperatures twice daily, 
  • Liaise with Medicare, IT contractors and process online MBS billings, data entry and performing various administrative duties. 

Essential Criteria 

  • High level of computer literacy and the use of appointment software and databases 
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel, internet, email, publishing and appointment software). 
  • Demonstrated understanding and commitment to confidentiality principles. 
  • High level of organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise work, multi-task, meet deadlines and respond to requests at short notice. 
  • Demonstrated ability to respond to difficult and/or stressful situations in a calm, sensitive and professional manner. 
  • Sound knowledge of medical software, the Medicare system and processing of online Medicare payments is preferable. 

 The successful applicant will possess or willingness to obtain the following: NSW Working with Children Check, National Criminal History Check, First Aid & CPR certificate and undertake a pre-employment functional medical. 

Who we are? 

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. 

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. 

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. 

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications. 

For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au    

You must have the right to live and work in Australia. 

Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people. 

#sams

  • Posted Date 12 Jun 2026
  • Location Maitland
    NSW / Australia
  • Industry Administration & Office Support
  • Job Type Part Time
  • Salary Not provided