Administration Assistant

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, providing care for a population of around 300,000 people across the life continuum.

Our network of hospitals and community health services deliver quality, patient-centred healthcare and services that meet the needs of our diverse community.

With specialities including obstetrics, paediatrics, emergency medicine, intensive care, critical care, surgical and general medicine, rehabilitation, and oncology, through to aged care and palliative care.

We are a major teaching and research health facility, training the next generation of doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff.

• Partner with patients, consumers, and carers to ensure an excellent standard of service

• Be a part of an inclusive, diverse team with on the job training and support

• Casual Positions Available - Classification Range: Grade 2 YC89*

On 1 January 2026 five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health. A newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians.

The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.

Who We Are and What We Stand For

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of over 300,000 people. Our Mission is to strive for healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care. To realise this mission we need people who seek a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation, look for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others.

In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.

What You Will Be Doing

The Administration Assistant provides administrative support to the Community Mental Health and Leadership Team. Ensuring a high level of customer service as first point of contact for the Peninsula Health Mental Health service. The Administration Assistant provides clerical support through the organisation of meetings, answering phones, accurate data entry, mail and invoicing. Presenting a professional image and actively participating in relevant projects across the Department.

For more information, please see the Position Description

What You Need

We anticipate you will have:

• Demonstrated recruitment experience
• Working knowledge of the Medical Enterprise Agreements
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service with well developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Business administration, human resources or other relevant qualification (desirable)

What Next

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Talent Acquisition Team on , option 1.

For role specific information please contact Jacinta Jolly at

The role ceases advertising on 18th October 2025

Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Additional Requirements

Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit:

*Please refer to the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time.

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