Job Type: Casual

Location: Lilydale

Job Category: Clinical - Allied Health

About Us

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centred care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and northeast.

With over 600 staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we provide integrated healthcare services including General Practice, Dental, Community Health, Allied Health, Mental Health, AOD, and Urgent Care services.

Our people are united by a shared purpose: delivering compassionate, person-centred care that strengthens communities.

At AccessHC, you'll join a values-driven organisation that embraces Equity, Collaboration, Respect, Innovation and Quality in everything we do.

The opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Allied Health Assistant (Grade 3) to join our Adult Allied Health & Chronic Disease Care team.

In this dynamic role, you will support the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care to adult clients living with:

- Chronic and complex health conditions
- Neurological conditions
- Disability and rehabilitation needs
- Age-related mobility and health challenges

Work within a multi-disciplinary team service model, where you will deliver both clinical and program support under the supervision of allied health professionals while contributing to improved client outcomes and service innovation. Strong clinical support from our clinicians working within MDT model of care i.e. Physiotherapist, OT, podiatrist, dietician, exercise physiologist and diabetes nurse educator along with strong peer support, ensuring you continue to grow and develop professionally. This is a casual position which is primarily based at our Lilydale and Belgrave sites, with flexibility to work across multiple AccessHC locations and within the community.

About The Role

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work across multiple service settings, including:

- Clinic-based care
- Client home visits
- Community and outreach services
- Group programs and education sessions

You will play a key role in supporting clients to improve independence, mobility and quality of life through personalised, goal-based interventions and active participation in their care.

Funding Streams

You will gain exposure to a broad range of funding models, enhancing your clinical experience:

- Community Health (CH)
- Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)
- Home and Community Care (HACC)
- Support at Home
- Medicare Advantages Schedule (MBS)
- Private fee-for-service programs

This variety ensures a rich clinical experience and ongoing skill development across multiple service models.

What We Offer

At AccessHC, you'll be part of a supportive,



team-oriented team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the community. We foster a culture of connection, growth and belonging, providing opportunities to develop professionally while making a positive impact every day.

- Strong clinical supervision and mentoring
- A future supportive multidisciplinary team environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Work laptop and access to fleet vehicles
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunity to contribute to service development and innovation

The Position Encompasses An Extensive Range Of Benefits

- A supportive and values-based culture alongside an engaged workforce
- Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
- Commitment to a work-life balance that includes adaptable working conditions
- An authentic focus on staff wellbeing and health with programs like our Wellbeing Connector Program, Personal Resilience Plans and the Wellbeing Well
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
- Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Annual leave loading
- Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)

Read more about our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits

Responsibilities

What you will be doing Key responsibilities

- Deliver delegated clinical services (individual and group-based) within scope
- Support allied health professionals with client interventions and care plans
- Assist in group program facilitation and education sessions
- Monitor client progress and report outcomes to supervising clinicians
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Support administration, program coordination and follow-up
- Participate in quality improvement and service development initiatives
- Contribute to a protected, client-centred, evidence-based care environment

Desired Skills And Experience What you will bring Key Selection Criteria

- Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a health or community setting

- Experience delivering physiotherapy or allied health programs (clinic and/or community)
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
- Confidence working with clients independently under supervision

Attributes We Value





- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse communities
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Initiative, adaptability and problem-solving ability
- Commitment to continuous improvement and client-centred care
- Proficiency in digital systems and Microsoft Office
- Alignment with AccessHC values: Equity, Respect, Collaboration, Innovation and Quality

Compliance Requirements

- National Police Check
- Working with Children Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Valid Driver’s Licence
- First Aid & CPR certification
- Right to work in Australia

Apply Now

Please refer to the position description here or on our website: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/ Apply now so you don’t miss this chance. We will be assessing applications as they are submitted.

For more information regarding your application and if you would like to discuss accessibility requirements, preferred communication methods or other possibilities please email: Allied Health Manager – Yarra Ranges – Jasmin Wadia- [email protected]

Applications close: 25th October 2026

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, those with lived experience of mental health and/or alcohol and other drugs (AOD) challenges, and those with diverse genders and sexualities.

At AccessHC, our vision for reconciliation is an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience equitable health and social outcomes.

Our Reflect Reconciliation Action

Plan (RAP) will contribute to achieving reconciliation. We will seek an understanding of and acknowledging histories and injustices, support the active expression of culture, build strong, trusting relationships, and apply culturally appropriate practices within our work.

We will work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to create a welcoming and safe place for everyone at our services. AccessHC acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work. We pay our respects to Wurundjeri Elders past, present, and future, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded.

As a vaccine positive organisation, we encourage COVID-19 vaccinations and we require successful applicants to undergo a Working With Children Check, a Police Check and potentially an International Check and a NDIS Check may be required dependent on the position.

Employment suitability is assessed on a case-by-case basis, and a criminal history does not automatically exclude applicants from employment. All applications will be treated confidentially.

📌 Allied Health Assistant Grade 3 (Lilydale)
🏢 Access Health and Community
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