
Allied Health Assistant - Home based Rehabilitation Program
South West Healthcare
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About the role
South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking applications from suitably qualified Allied Health Assistants (AHA) to join our dynamic team and help deliver a truly rewarding program - Rehabilitation in the Home (RITH).
Working within a multidisciplinary team you will support clients recovering at home, helping them regain independence and improve their quality of life. Experience as an AHA in rehabilitation or a similar setting is highly valued—your skills can make a real difference in our community.
Position overview
- Employment Type: Part-time (64 hours per fortnight), On-going position
- Location: Warrnambool Campus
- Classification: Allied Health Assistant, Grade 3
- Salary: $65,754.00 pro rata, plus superannuation
What you bring
The successful applicant will hold a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent), who can work independently to deliver therapeutic activities and maintain accurate documentation. Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with diverse individuals and professionals are essential, along with an understanding of the physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of rehabilitation and complex health needs.
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
- Internal and external professional development opportunities
- Ongoing clinical supervision
- A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
- Excellent terms and conditions of employment
Who we are
As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.
SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Friday 20 June 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Health Sector (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 with the classification Allied Health Assistant Grade 3 with salary range
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
- Police Record Check
- Employee Working with Children's Check
- Current Immunisation status
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About South West Healthcare
South West Healthcare is committed to providing a comprehensive range of health care services to enhance the quality of life for people in south west Victoria.
An incorporated body under the Health Services Act 1988, South West Healthcare is overseen by a 10-member Board of Directors, appointed by the Governor-in-Council from community nominees. Board members each serve three-year terms, and may be eligible for re-nomination at the end of each term.
Daily management of the service is by a six-person Executive, headed by the Chief Executive Officer. Each executive member is responsible for a specific area of the service - medical services; nursing services; mental health services; finance and business services; primary and community services.
Source: This is an extract from the company’s own website.
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