Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District

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Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District

We provide public health services for the residents of the Illawarra and Shoalhaven. In an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).

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ISLHD Community Guidelines
The purpose of our page is to:
• Provide accurate and timely community advice on public health matters
• Share information about our services and those of other health providers
• Post health and wellbeing content and feature the staff who deliver health and support services
• Encourage respectful community discussion and feedback. We also have a responsibility to facilitate an online platform that is safe and appropriate for everyone to engage with; this includes comments and shared posts. Please follow our Rules of Engagement to get the most out of our page. We expect and welcome:
• All comments that are courteous and respectful
• Any constructive feedback or criticism.
• Shared content that is relevant, timely and appropriate. Insults, bullying, swearing, verbal attacks, trolling, degrading or untrue statements will NOT be tolerated. We will remove posts and comments that do not follow the Facebook Community Standards or that break our Rules of Engagement, and we may ban the accounts related to those posts or comments. This includes:
• Aggressive, threatening, insulting or degrading comments
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• Inappropriate advertising or promotions. We may also remove any political statement if it affects the clear understanding of important health messaging. We also ask that you do not post any private or sensitive information as this may breach local and federal laws. We reserve the right to hide or delete any content that violates these Rules of Engagement and to ban any accounts which violate the principles. If you have any questions about Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, please private message, email ISLHD-CEOffice@health.nsw.gov.au, or see a full list of contacts here: islhd.health.nsw.gov.au/about-us/contact. For further information visit islhd.health.nsw.gov.au.

30/11/2025

Are you looking to shape the future of rural and regional health?

You can apply for $1,200 to support your GAMSAT exam registration costs, travel costs and exam preparation materials.

Be supported by the largest health care system in Australia.

Applications close on 6 February 2026.

Apply now https://ow.ly/16LU50XgGLQ

Find more rural scholarships: https://ow.ly/7QTS50XgGLJ

30/11/2025

Meet Amber.

Amber is a Nurse Manager at Hunter New England Local Health District. She received an NSW Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Cadetship while she was studying.

Amber says that the Cadetship gave her the confidence to advocate for her patients to improve their care.

“I was caring for a patient that I was concerned about. I felt the patient’s care needed to be escalated and I was able to draw on all the knowledge and experience I had gained from the Cadetship to advocate for that patient and escalate my concerns to the nursing and medical team.”

Amber is now a mentor to current cadets. She is passionate about supporting the next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses and midwives.

“The Cadetship helps students grow, connect theory to practice, and build lifelong networks. It’s a privilege to watch them thrive.”

Amber’s advice to others considering applying for a cadetship or scholarship? “I would tell them to go for it. You will not regret applying for this fantastic opportunity and taking the first step in your career as a nurse or midwife.”

Applications for the 2026 NSW Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Cadetship and Scholarship program open 15 December 2025.

Register your interest here: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/nursing/aboriginal-strategy/Pages/scholarships.aspx

29/11/2025

You could spend 5 minutes scrolling… or help shape the future of regional healthcare in NSW!

We’re reviewing the NSW Regional Health Plan and your feedback can help improve health services and outcomes in your community.

Take the survey now to have your say: https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/regional-health-strategic-plan

Your comments here are welcome for discussion, but to make sure your feedback is officially included, please complete the survey.

28/11/2025

Enjoy paid, hands-on experience while you study an eligible allied health course. Applications for next year’s Aboriginal Allied Health Cadetships are now open!

Abagail’s career was transformed after completing the Aboriginal Allied Health Cadetship during the first year of her Master of Psychology. “I’ve made incredible connections with other clinicians and received cultural supervision that’s helped me grow both personally and professionally.”

For Abagail, the Cadetship also provided a better understanding of her studies and allowed her to put her knowledge into practice. “There are so many ways to integrate Aboriginal culture into Western medicine,” she says. Her thesis explores the restorative effects of nature and how being on Country can reduce stress – a concept that resonates across cultures.

Abagail encourages other Aboriginal students considering a career in allied health to embrace every opportunity. “Be open-minded. I never thought I’d be part of an alcohol and other drugs clinic, but it turned out to be one of the best experiences.”

Pictured is Abagail (right) and her family on Wiradjuri Country. Artwork by Leona McGrath (Woopaburra and Kuku Yalanji).

Applications for the 2026 Aboriginal Allied Health Cadetship program are now open for eligible Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students in their final two years of study.

Apply today: www.health.nsw.gov.au/aboriginal-allied-health-cadetship

28/11/2025

Looking for more than just a job? At ISLHD, you’ll find a rewarding career while enjoying the lifestyle of the beautiful NSW South Coast.

From picturesque beaches to welcoming communities, the Illawarra and Shoalhaven offer the perfect balance of career and lifestyle. As part of our team, you’ll work in supportive environments with access to ongoing training, education and career development opportunities!

✨ Be part of a diverse, passionate team
✨ Build your career close to home (or make the move!)
✨ Enjoy work–life balance in a stunning coastal region

🔍 Explore all Nursing and Midwifery opportunities today: https://ow.ly/n8Ac50XyTm5

• Registered Nurse - Emergency Department, Shoalhaven Hospital
🔗REQ598353 - https://ow.ly/BLvL50XyTma

• Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 - Aged Services Emergency Team, Shoalhaven Hospital
🔗REQ609971 - https://ow.ly/KQOh50XyTm6

• Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 - Aged Care Assessment Team, Bulli Hospital
🔗REQ621012 - https://ow.ly/axiM50XyTm7

• Registered Nurse, Milton Ulladulla Hospital
🔗REQ615255 - https://ow.ly/9OQI50XyTm4

• Registered Nurse – Rehabilitation, David Berry Hospital
🔗REQ612869 - https://ow.ly/5F9l50XyTm8

• Registered Midwife - Maternity Services, Wollongong Hospital
🔗REQ592836 - https://ow.ly/jOBX50XyTm9

28/11/2025

Ready to take the next step in your career?
Step into a district-wide leadership role and help shape the future of psychological services across the Illawarra Shoalhaven.

As the Principal Clinical Psychologist, you’ll provide expert guidance, strategic leadership and clinical governance across multiple sites. You’ll support a skilled psychology workforce and help deliver high-quality, person-centred care across the region.

Join us and build a meaningful career while enjoying everything the beautiful South Coast has to offer – from stunning beaches and bushwalks, to vibrant local communities and a relaxed coastal lifestyle.

✨ Senior leadership
✨ Supportive team
✨ Picturesque coastal location

🔍 Applications close 3 December 2025

Visit https://ow.ly/Iyz050Xyu63 to learn more and apply today!

27/11/2025

Join NSW Health and help care for Mob. Get a head start in your nursing or midwifery career with a NSW Health Cadetship or Scholarship.

You’ll receive financial and career support to help you succeed. Applications for the 2026 NSW Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Cadetship and Scholarship Program open 15 December 2025.

Register your interest: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/nursing/aboriginal-strategy/Pages/scholarships.aspx

26/11/2025

Build a career you’ll love – with the lifestyle you deserve 🌊⛱️

Imagine finishing a shift and heading straight to the beach, a coastal walk, or a cafe overlooking the water. At Shoalhaven Hospital, you can grow your career as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department while enjoying the relaxed coastal lifestyle of the beautiful Shoalhaven region.

You’ll join a skilled, supportive team providing high-quality care to the local community – with opportunities to advance your career as the Shoalhaven Hospital Redevelopment brings new facilities, expanded services and a new ED opening in 2026!

✨ Be part of a diverse, passionate team
✨ Build your career close to home – or make the move!
✨ Enjoy work–life balance in a stunning coastal setting
✨ New ED opening in 2026

🔍 Apply now to join the team https://ow.ly/LE0L50XwAh3

26/11/2025

Looking for more than just a job? At ISLHD, you’ll find a rewarding career in Allied Health while enjoying the lifestyle of the beautiful NSW South Coast.

From coastal walks to vibrant communities, the Illawarra and Shoalhaven offer the perfect balance of career and lifestyle. Be part of a team that offers a supportive environment and continuous opportunities for learning and career growth!

✨ Make a difference in people’s lives
✨ Build your career close to home (or make the move!)
✨ Enjoy work–life balance in a stunning coastal region

🔍 Explore all Allied Health opportunities today: https://ow.ly/YxMj50XxUUO

• Principal Clinical Psychologist – Port Kembla Hospital
🔗REQ622537 - https://ow.ly/NOb350XxUUN

• Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 - Shoalhaven Transitional Aged Care Service
🔗 REQ623432 - https://ow.ly/508c50XxUUM

• Clinical Psychologist - Adolescent Mental Health Inpatient Unit, Shellharbour Hospital
🔗 REQ624971 - https://ow.ly/a9f550XxUUR

• Social Worker Level 1/2 - Shoalhaven Transitional Aged Care Service
🔗 REQ624197 - https://ow.ly/7ghk50XxUUL

• Pharmacy Technician / Assistant - Shoalhaven Hospital
🔗 REQ615639 - https://ow.ly/2uwX50XxUUQ

• Exercise Physiologist Level 1/2 - Shoalhaven Community Mental Health Rehabilitation Service
🔗 REQ622863 - https://ow.ly/EXJY50XxUUP

26/11/2025

Meet Sharon.

Sharon is an Aboriginal Health Worker in our alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector whose passion for mob and community led her to choose AOD as an opportunity to improve health outcomes “In this role I’m able to embed cultural values into their healthcare and ensure services are not just clinical, but culturally respectful,” she said.

“Being able to walk beside my patients through their journey and work with a team that is focused on providing holistic care that empowers mob has been so rewarding.”

Sharon highlighted that the connections made on the job have been a rewarding part of the role. “Having the AOD team behind me, and working with other Aboriginal Health Workers, allows us to share knowledge to ensure we’re providing mob holistic care.”

Sharon encouraged the next generation of Aboriginal Health workers to be proud of their role.

“I’ve heard patients talk about having no one who listens without judgement. In AOD I'm able to provide a safe, supportive environment where people feel empowered to set their own goals without shame or stigma.”

Want to be like Sharon? Be part of the vibrant and professional team that listen to understand, not label.

The alcohol and other drugs sector offers rewarding careers supporting the health of our community. Find out how you can join us: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/aod

25/11/2025

Build a career you’ll love and the lifestyle you deserve at Shoalhaven Hospital’s Emergency Department.

On the NSW South Coast, you can grow your ED nursing career while enjoying relaxed coastal living, welcoming communities and space to enjoy life outside of work. Our multidisciplinary team delivers high-quality, compassionate care across a wide range of emergency presentations, with the support and guidance you need to thrive – whether you’re experienced or new to ED.

As the Shoalhaven Hospital Redevelopment progresses, you’ll also have the opportunity to develop new skills and be part of a service that’s expanding, with a brand-new ED opening in 2026.

✨ Supportive, passionate team
✨ Career growth + balance
✨ New ED opening in 2026
✨ Beautiful coastal location

🔍 Visit https://ow.ly/Ff4q50Xxh7j to explore nursing opportunities in Shoalhaven Emergency Department today!

24/11/2025

📣 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
From 25 November to 10 December, we join communities across Australia and the world to call for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls.

Gender-based violence remains a global health and human rights issue, affecting 1 in 3 women worldwide. Some groups, including women and girls with disability, adolescent girls and older women, often face greater barriers to being heard and to accessing support.

UN Women (safeeverywherealways.org) have made their theme this year, “UNiTE to End Digital Violence against All Women and Girls” – a reminder that digital safety is central to gender equality. 📱

🧡 Over these 16 days wear orange to show you support! Orange is a bright and optimistic colour, so it’s been chosen to represent a future free from violence against women and girls.

At ISLHD, our 16 Days of Activism Working Party is raising awareness and encouraging everyone to reflect on:
❓What can I do to help reduce gender-based violence – online and offline? ❓

💡 Visit our awareness stalls to learn more and chat with local health professionals:
📍 Wollongong Hospital – 1 December, 9:00am–12:30pm
📍 Shellharbour Hospital – 2 December, 9:00am–12:00pm
📍 Shoalhaven Hospital – 3 December, 9:00am–12:30pm

Together, we can promote respect, challenge harmful attitudes, and support safer communities for everyone.

Need support?
🔹 1800RESPECT (24/7): 1800 737 732 or www.1800respect.org.au
🔹 MensLine: 1300 78 99 78
🔹 In an emergency, call 000

Address

Suite 2, Level 2, 67-71 King Street
Wollongong, NSW
2502

Telephone

+61242216899

Website

http://www.islhd.health.nsw.gov.au/, https://www.facebook.com/IllaShoalHealth/about_details

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