Health Care Worker, Blakiston Lodge

Overview

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time

Hours per fortnight: 60

Job Category: Other Professionals - Aged Care

Req Id: 5583

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through more than 9,000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About The Facility

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Mental health, community health and dental services are delivered across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac. Blakiston Lodge is a 90-bed residential aged care mental health facility with two secure units of 45 aged mental health beds and 45 dementia-specific beds. Residents are referred who cannot be looked after in the general aged care system due to cognitive, emotional or behavioural disturbance. The goal is to improve the resident\'s condition so they can be transferred to a less restrictive and more appropriate accommodation. Blakiston Lodge provides care for people with dementia and mental illness with a safe environment and quality nursing, medical and psychiatric support.

About The Role

As a Health Care Worker in Blakiston Lodge, you\'ll provide high quality care and services to all residents within the specialist psychogeriatric residential aged care. You\'ll provide transitional support and care for people living with very severe behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, ensuring their safety, dignity, and wellbeing at every stage of care.

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

About The Culture

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health\'s commitment to professional development.

Benefits

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Wide range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Geelong Region

Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes. It is home to world class schools and education providers, with easy access to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast. Enjoy abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping experiences.

Diversity and Inclusion

Barwon Health is committed to diversity and inclusion, celebrating the backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. We provide reasonable adjustments during recruitment and on the job, and we uphold safety standards including the Victorian Government\'s Child Safe Standards. We are smoke free.

Application Details

Contact person: Roz Nolan

Email:

Application closing date: 5 September 2025

Notes

If you need assistance with your application, please email the Talent Acquisition team at with your preferred contact method and details. Please note we do not accept resumes via email. Prior to commencement, new employees are required to provide a completed Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance. This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.

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