Aboriginal Allied Health Assistant Trainee

**_Are you currently at school, but looking at alternative career pathways? Or are you a recent school-leaver looking for on-the-job learning experience? Our Hunter New England Allied Health Assistant Traineeship is a great way to gain invaluable experience in Allied Health support and the health sector._**

**Employment Type**: Temporary Full Time until May 2026
**Position Classification**: Trainee Year 12 Lvl A
**Remuneration**: $28,273.48 - $41,717.81 per annum + super
**Location**: Westlakes Community Health Service
**Hours Per Week**: 38
**Requisition ID**: REQ572839
**Applications Close**: Thursday, 15th May 2025

**About the job**:
This Allied Health Assistant traineeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain a recognised qualification in Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance while getting hands-on experience. Under the supervision of Allied Health professionals and support staff, you will assist the team with clinical and non-clinical tasks. This may include patient one-to-one sessions, group exercise classes, setting up equipment, and maintaining treatment areas. The Allied Health team will provide you with dedicated support and time to complete your Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance. Additionally, you will have unique learning opportunities to explore various Allied Health career paths within Hunter New England Health. This traineeship is ideal for recent school leavers looking to gain a valuable qualification in a health-related field.

Hunter New England is committed to Closing The Gap. We are committed to supporting and developing Allied Health professionals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. You will be provided thorough orientation to the service and role, along with networks for support and connection.

**About you**:

- Currently at school or a recent school leaver eager to start a career in health.
- Motivated and enthusiastic about learning new skills.
- Eager to learn about and help improve the health outcomes for mob and communities
- Keen to work as part of a team supporting the community.
- Be able to communicate respectfully and build rapport easily with people, with an understanding of sensitivity towards diverse cultures and Aboriginal cultures.

**About us**:
Join a skilled Allied Health team and support staff dedicated to providing excellent patient care. As part of the Westlakes Community Health team, you’ll be embraced by a friendly, collaborative atmosphere working alongside both Allied Health Professionals and AHAs. You’ll have supervision and support provided from the Westlakes team, who are very eager to help you learn and grow as a professional during your traineeship. You will also connect with Aboriginal networks and collaborative groups for cultural support.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to grow your career. We are a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, providing a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast regions. As the largest employer in the region, we encourage collaboration, openness and respect in the workplace to empower our employees to use their knowledge, skills and experience to meet the principle of Excellence. Every patient. Every time.

**Benefits**:

- Learn about the vital role Allied Health plays in providing holistic care that goes beyond just medical treatment and models. Holistic care is about Cultural Ways of knowing, being and doing.
- Strengthen the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community's capacity to achieve better health outcomes.
- Broaden your horizons with unique experiences, enhance your skills and experiences.
- Get to know the different Allied Health professionals and connect with Aboriginal networks and collaborative groups for cultural support.

**Requirements**:

- Have completed Year 10 at a minimum.
- Applicants need to have finished school within the last 12 months.

**What we can offer you**:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

**Additional information**:

- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

**Need more information?**

**I**nformation for Applicants**:
**This is a Category A position**. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for comp