Support Paediatric Services

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Allied Health Assistant to join our dedicated paediatric team.

• This role offers a unique opportunity to work across Bankstown Community Health Centre and Fairfield Community Health Centre, supporting children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.

As an integral member of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality support to allied health professionals in delivering paediatric Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services.

• You'll work both independently and collaboratively, assisting with individual and group therapy programs, preparing resources, clinical administrative tasks and engaging directly with children and families.

Your ability to connect with culturally diverse communities and your commitment to inclusive, family-centred care will be key to your success.

• This is a permanent part-time role offering 18 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours as needed.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and empathy for working with children and families.

You will have a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or relevant qualification, or a minimum of 12 months full-time equivalent experience in a related field.

A current Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2) is also essential for this role.

To apply for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible:

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or relevant qualification or Minimum 12 months full-time equivalent relevant experience with commitment to undertake the Certificate IV in AHA within 12 month period.
• Describe your experience providing clinical support under the supervision of an Allied Health Professional. How did your contribution help optimise outcomes for paediatric clients or their family?
• Outline your experience with administrative tasks and clinical documentation. How do you ensure accuracy and confidentiality in your work, and what systems or tools have you used to support service delivery?
• Can you provide examples of how you prioritise tasks and manage your workload effectively while working independently and within your scope of practice?

Please note that applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2).

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of children and families, and to contribute to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise in a supportive and collaborative environment, and to make a real difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.

To be considered for this position, you will need to have:

• A Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or relevant qualification;
• Minimum 12 months full-time equivalent relevant experience in a related field; or
• Commitment to undertake the Certificate IV in AHA within 12 month period;
• Current Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2); and
• Excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and empathy for working with children and families.

We offer a competitive salary package, including:

• Salary Packaging options;
• Discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs;
• Transforming Your Experience (TYE) - our strategy to positively transform experiences across our organisation and services.

We are committed to child safety and require staff to take actions to keep children and young people safe from harm.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applicants from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.