An exciting new Allied Health Assistant traineeship opportunity has become available within our Occupational Therapy team at Swan Hill District Health. 

The Traineeship is in collaboration with Workforce Partners Australia which is a Group Training Organisation. Workforce Partners Australia is involved in the recruitment and employs the trainee.

About the role

The Allied Health Assistant (AHA) Trainee works within the healthcare team, performing a wide range of duties to support and assist the work of the Occupational Therapists.

To successfully complete a 1 year traineeship in Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance. 

The traineeship is open to all ages.

Selection Criteria

• Aboriginal Identified position in accordance with Equal Opportunity Act (2010), Aboriginal applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
• A commitment to successfully complete the Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Victorian Driver’s Licence.

About You

• Understanding of the healthcare sector – desirable but not essential.
• Current National Police Check & Working with Children’s Check.
• Complete COVID Vaccinations & 2023 Flu Vaccination, Serology evidence of immunisation status.

About us

Swan Hill District Health is a 143 bed (including Aged Care), fully integrated rural public health facility servicing a greater community of around 35,000 people. Our vision at, Swan Hill District Health, is to provide clear, connected care, best experience for our community.

SHDH is a compassionate, family friendly employer where every employee is a valued team member. Inclusive of a perfect work/life balance, SHDH also provides:

• A dynamic workplace ​​​
• Discounted Corporate gym memberships
• Free onsite car parking​​​
• Professional Development opportunities
• Salary Sacrifice/Packaging ​​
• Employee Assistance Program

Enquiries

For information on the Traineeship and support in applying please contact Robin Kuhne, Workforce Partners Australia

• Ph: 0428289246
• E: [email protected] 

For information on the Aboriginal Allied Health Assistant role please contact Bruce Campbell, Occupational Therapy Manager

• Ph: (03) 5033 9321
• E: [email protected]

For all enquiries please use using the subject line: Aboriginal Allied Health Assistant Traineeship – Occupational Therapy enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

You will find the full position description containing the key selection criteria & application for employment form in the attached documents. 

Swan Hill District Health reserves the right to commence interview immediately upon receipt of applications.

This position remains open until filled.

Swan Hill District Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.