Allied Health Assistant

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Better Health Network Full time

Fixed Term until 31/07/2026 | Part-Time | Parkdale (with travel to other sites as needed).

Make a real impact in people's lives while building your allied health career.

About The Role

We're seeking a motivated Allied Health Assistant to join our Allied Health team in Parkdale. In this dynamic role, you'll work closely with Physiotherapists and other Allied Health professionals to deliver therapy programs, group sessions, and individual supports that help clients stay active, independent, and engaged in their community.

You'll be involved in a variety of programs, including:

  • Better Balance, Gentle Exercise, Hydrotherapy, Tai Chi, Strength Training and GLAD (Good Life Arthritis Denmark) groups
  • Supporting individual therapy sessions under professional supervision
  • Assisting across other allied health areas such as Occupational Therapy and Podiatry (including nail care clinics, if trained)

This is a hands-on role where you'll set up and maintain equipment, ensure infection control standards are followed, and help keep programs running smoothly — all while building strong connections with clients and contributing to their health goals.

What You'll Bring
  • Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent)
  • At least 2 years' experience working under the supervision of an Allied Health Professional
  • A genuine passion for helping people live healthier, more independent lives
  • Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
  • Flexibility, adaptability and a team-first approach

Basic nail care training and experience would be highly regarded.

Benefits
  • Collaborative and inclusive team environment.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • 17.5% Loading on all annual leave.
  • Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay. Salary packaging amount up to $18,550 per annum to use tax free towards mortgage, rent, credit card, school fees and groceries.
  • Employee Assistance Program - support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most.
  • Work life balance friendly leave – parental leave, purchased leave & leave loading.
  • Working within a multidisciplinary community health setting.
Why Join BHN?

Better Health Network (BHN) is a not-for-profit organisation providing integrated health and wellbeing services to people of all ages in communities across south-eastern Melbourne. We proudly provide a wide range of services to support healthy living, general wellbeing and social connection.

These include specialist medical services, dental and allied health, nursing and counselling services, as well as aged care social supports and NDIS disability services. With the vision, Your health, your choice, your way, we exist to deliver accessible services that meet the needs of our communities and use our influence to create positive change.

Ready to make a difference?

Be part of a program that makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you Join us at Better Health Network and help shape a healthier, safer, more connected community.

For information about the role and position description, please contact Laura Hanson Program Lead Physiotherapy on lhansen@bhn.org.au or 8541 9149.

We value Accountability, Collaboration, Respect, and Courage, and we strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds, including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse, and LGBTQI+ communities.

Job Details
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Part-time
  • Job function: Health Care Provider
  • Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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