- Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)

Job Details

- Job Type: Contract Maximum Term Full Time
- Location: Doncaster
- 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.

Job Description

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated Physiotherapist (Grade 2) to join our Allied Health & Chronic Disease Care Team for a Maximum term Parental leave cover position until 25th June 2027, ideally as a full time employee however part time may be considered . Primarily based at our Doncaster and Hawthorn sites, with opportunities to work across multiple AccessHC locations and within the community.

Working Within a Multidisciplinary Allied Health Environment, You Will Deliver Evidence-based, Client-centred Physiotherapy Services To Adult Clients With a Diverse Range Of Needs Including

- Chronic disease and complex health conditions
- Progressive neurological conditions
- Disability support and rehabilitation




- Age-related health and mobility conditions

You will receive strong clinical support from our Senior Clinician Physiotherapy and broader Physiotherapy team, ensuring you continue to grow and develop professionally.

About The Role

This position offers a diverse and rewarding caseload and the opportunity to deliver physiotherapy services across a variety of settings including

- Clinic-based appointments
- Client home visits
- Community settings
- Telehealth services
- Group-based rehabilitation and exercise programs

You will play a key role in supporting clients to improve mobility, independence and quality of life, with a strong focus on empowerment, prevention and self-management.

Funding Streams You’ll Work Across

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

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

What We Offer

- Access to fleet cars for home visit appointments
- Work laptop provided
- Clinical supervision with a Grade 3 Physiotherapist
- Strong clinical support and mentoring




- Opportunities to contribute ideas and influence service development
- A genuinely supportive, innovative and friendly team culture

The Position Encompasses An Extensive Range Of Benefits

- Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce
- Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
- Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
- Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 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

Desired Skills And Experience

What you will be doing

Key responsibilities

- Deliver timely, safe and evidence-based physiotherapy services within your professional scope of practice
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, treatment planning and rehabilitation programs
- Provide individual therapy, education and goal-based interventions to support client independence
- Design and facilitate group exercise and health programs
- Support self-management and preventative health strategies
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary allied health teams to optimise client outcomes
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and data reporting aligned with funding requirements
- Participate in clinical supervision, professional development and quality

📌 Physiotherapist Grade 2 Parental Leave Cover Doncaster (Melbourne)
🏢 Access Health and Community
📍 Melbourne