Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January ****.
Permanent Part Time, 48 hours per fortnight
Located at Peninsula University Hospital at Frankston, Victoria
Classification: Social Worker Grade 2 Year 1 - 4 (SC21 - SC24) and Registered Nurse Grade 3 (ZJ1) plus super
The Team & Role
Advance Care Planning (ACP) & Voluntary Assisted Dying Liaison Officer (VADLO) within Community Care, The Advance Care Planning and Voluntary Assisted Dying Liaison Officer will work across and support the both streams of the program.
The Advanced Care Planning Clinician works as part of a team who are responsible for providing ACP support across PH and in the community. The Voluntary Assisted Dying Liaison Officer (VADLO) works in collaboration with the VAD Statewide Care Navigators to provide a coordinated response to a patient's VAD request.



The VADLO provides education and support to relevant clinical areas across the organisation.
Skills & Experience Required
Allied Health Practitioner with current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA) or eligible for registration with the relevant professional organisation (if Social Work).
Sound understanding of Advance Care Planning aims and underlying principles.
Experience in palliative care, end-of-life care, Advance Care Planning, and or Voluntary Assisted Dying
Demonstrated commitment to person centred care and patient advocacy.
Workplace experience supporting and mentoring colleagues / staff.
Willingness to learn, maintain and advance knowledge relevant to the position.
Commitment to work as part of a specialised team to achieve the ACP Program aims.
Ability to supervise undergraduate students.
Current Victorian Driver's Licence.
Aged Care Police Check.
Working with Children Check.
Benefits
Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps




For role specific information, please contact Melanie Buchanan, Advanced Care Planning Team Leader at ******
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Jasmine Dunne, Nursing Recruitment Coordinator at ****** or ************
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to /
Additional Information
Bayside 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 all abilities.
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 Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement *********** and Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement *********** salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: /
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, creative, compassionate care.
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📌 Advanced Care Planning Clinician (Melbourne)
🏢 Bayside Health
📍 Melbourne