Disability Liaison & NDIS Navigator Leave Reliever

- Permanent Part-Time | 20 hours per week | Hybrid working flexibility
- Support the dynamic Disability Liaison's and NDIS Navigators
- Opportunity to champion the rights, inclusion and equitable participation of people with disability through person-centered, culturally safe and accessible practices, and lead and support initiatives that strengthen disability inclusion, accessibility and equity across health and community systems

Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne's east and beyond.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Eastern Health Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Team with the development of the Disability Liaison & NDIS Navigator Leave Reliever Position. This is a permanent, part-time, 20 hours per week role, supporting the dynamic Disability Liaison's and NDIS Navigators to meet the clinical and project components of their roles. We are seeking an experienced Social Worker or Occupational Therapist with a strong understanding of disability and the impact on consumers accessing health care, a passion for providing advocacy and system navigation support to these consumers and a collaborative and team-oriented mindset. Experience and knowledge of the systems and processes to support these consumers with disability interfacing with a Health Service and the National Disability Insurance Scheme is preferred but not essential if a passionate applicant has transferrable skills and the desire to learn! The successful applicant will be an experienced health professional who can work autonomously with initiative, confidence, and creativity to optimise outcomes for consumers.

This position incumbent will:

- Provide specialist disability liaison, advocacy, navigation and care coordination services to support equitable access to healthcare and improved outcomes for people with disability.
- Support individuals, families and carers to navigate health, disability,



and NDIS systems, ensuring person-centred, coordinated and accessible service delivery.
- Assess individual needs and facilitate appropriate care planning, reasonable adjustments, referrals and service linkages across health and community settings.
- Coordinate transitions of care and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to promote continuity, inclusion and positive client outcomes.
- Manage a complex caseload, applying advanced clinical judgement, problem-solving and prioritization skills to address barriers and achieve service objectives.

What you'll bring

- Current registration with AHPRA (if applicable) or eligibility for AASW membership.
- Qualification in Social Work or Occupational Therapy
- A strong commitment to high-quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills

What we offer

Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:

- Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.
- Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and career development leave, and leave purchasing options.
- Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.
- Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.

Interested in joining us?





If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply and share what you can bring to the role.

You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.

Click here to view our Candidate Guide and learn more about our recruitment process.

Our commitments

- We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.
- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
- We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.

Please click here for the position description link

Contact Person: Nikki Harris-Allan

Contact Number: 04•• ••• 657

Contact Email: ••••@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: 11/12/2026

Need help submitting your application?

Contact the person listed in the advertisement above for any queries related to the role or for any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.

Or contact our Talent Acquisition team for support on (03) •••• •555 (option 1) or ••••@easternhealth.org.au for any assistance with your application.

Our Values in Action
Respect for all | Safe and welcoming | Partnering in care | Innovate, learn and lead

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