Wellbeing Business Partner (Occupational Therapist)
The Opportunity:
Newcastle Anglican has an exciting opportunity for a passionate Wellbeing Business Partner to join the People & Culture team!
You will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of comprehensive wellbeing services across our varied business units, including Anglican Care and Samaritans. You will promote the health, safety and overall wellbeing of all employees.
This is a Fixed Term 12-month contract
Why you’ll love working with us:
At Newcastle Anglican, we don’t just offer jobs â we offer purpose-driven careers. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
Growth & Development: Dedicated professional development support
Family Friendly: 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks partner leave + super contributions.
Smart Salary Packaging: Save on your rent, mortgage or bills â up to $611 per fortnight.
Education Perks: Up to 40% off school fees at our Anglican schools.
Wellness Boost: Access to over 300 gyms with Fitness Passport.
Mental Health Support: Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Career Progression: Real opportunities for advancement.
Flexibility: We support flexible work arrangements.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver systems and processes to improve the organisations’ approach to supporting the health and wellbeing of employees.
- Engage and consult with managers and key stakeholders to undertake strategic analysis and drive improvements in health, wellbeing and psychosocial performance and outcomes.
- Provides high level support in the delivery of programs and interventions that support employee wellbeing across the organisation.
- Provides advice on the application and interpretation of relevant legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Engage all levels of the organisation to understand their duties and responsibilities and build accountability.
- Provide professional, best practice advice and solutions that improve our risk profile to help ensure that our people's wellbeing is enhanced through their employment.
About you?
Tertiary qualifications in Allied Health (Occupational Therapist / Organisational Psychology desirable) or other relevant discipline
- Demonstrated experience implementing wellbeing programs in a complex organisation.
- Demonstrated experience working in a health and safety function with specific experience in psychosocial safety and risk management
- Strong knowledge of psychosocial risk and Workers Compensation legislation
- High level attention to detail and focus on risk management
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 for enquiries and a copy of the Position Description email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au
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