The Epilepsy Foundation supports people living with epilepsy to live safer, more connected lives. We provide evidence-based information, education, and support across health, education, disability, workplaces, and aged care. We also raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote inclusion in the broader community.
1.0 EFT | Melbourne, VIC
About Us
The Epilepsy Foundation supports people living with epilepsy to live safer, more connected lives. We provide evidence-based information, education, and support across health, education, disability, workplaces, and aged care. We also raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote inclusion in the broader community.
About the Role
We're seeking a compassionate and organised health, welfare or disability professional to provide person-centred support to individuals and families living with epilepsy as part of our Comprehensive Support Services team.
As an Epilepsy Advisor, you will manage a caseload, including clients with complex needs. You will support individuals to understand their seizures and epilepsy, live safely and well, and navigate their roles at home, in the community, school, or workplace, while building self-management skills and connecting with appropriate services.
You will also contribute to our information line, providing single-session support to callers. The role offers opportunities to deliver education and training, and to facilitate workshops for people living with epilepsy and key stakeholders such as families, educators, and support staff.
Key Responsibilities
Provide information and support to people living with epilepsy and their families using a person-centred, best-practice approach




Manage a caseload, including clients with complex support needs
Conduct needs assessments and support clients to achieve their goals
Assist clients to access services and build self-advocacy skills
Develop and maintain relationships with healthcare providers and community organisations
Deliver epilepsy education and training to people living with epilepsy, their families, and support staff
Facilitate group sessions and workshops for people living with epilepsy and their families
Maintain accurate and timely records
About You
Skilled clinical experience and relevant qualifications in health, welfare, or disability fields
Demonstrated experience delivering health-related information and support
Experience supporting self-management using a person-centred, strengths-based approach
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to people from diverse social, cultural, and educational backgrounds
Ability to work collaboratively with agencies, hospitals, community service providers, and other key stakeholders
Experience providing support via telephone and/or videoconference
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to learn about epilepsy (prior knowledge not essential)
Lived experience of epilepsy will be highly regarded
This position is classified under the
SCHADS Award
. Eligible employees also have access to
salary packaging
, providing the opportunity to increase their take-home pay.
For more information contact the Epilepsy Foundation on ************** and ask to speak to Monique Vromans.
Please view the full Position Description here:
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📌 Epilepsy Advisor – Comprehensive Support Services (Melbourne)
🏢 Epilepsy Foundation
📍 Melbourne