Allied Health Assistant, Grade 3 - Social Work Department (Monash Medical Centre)

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About the Role

Join our team as an Allied Health Assistant Grade 3 on a part-time basis (0.4 EFT) two days per week at Monash Medical Centre. This exciting role will see you joining a high performing Social Work Department and will provide varied and challenging opportunities with support and will promote growth. You will be responsible for the provision of assistance to the Social Work team, patients and on occasion the broader Allied Health Team on the wards.

Performing work of a general nature under the delegation and supervision of Allied Health professionals, such as but not limited to, the following:

• Work with direct supervision to implement therapeutic and related activities, in individual and group settings
• Provide clinical assistance in completing service referrals and documentation in consultation with the team
• Provide non-clinical assistance to Allied Health professionals including but not limited to administrative and resourcing tasks
• Participate in/lead programs, processes and quality improvement activities
• On occasion represent the Monash Medical Centre team at AHA group meetings

About Us

Monash Health Allied Health share the vision of One Team; Making a Difference Together. The vision is underpinned by the following principles:   We provide quality care focused on the person in the context of their life   We are interdisciplinary and innovative with a can-do attitude   We view change and challenge as great opportunities   Monash Health Allied Health provide an integrated and inter-professional service providing the highest quality patient centred care across the continuum and our Allied Health Assistant workforce is a vital part of this.

About You

To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge:

• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Your proactive and team player attitude
• Demonstrated excellence in initiative and program implementation and a commitment to ongoing evaluation and best practice

Qualification & licence requirements include:

• Certificate III or Certificate IV (preferred) in Allied Health Assistance  
• A Grade 3 AHA requires minimum 3 years’ experience (full time equivalent) a total of 5900 hours of AHA experience and Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance are required 
• Relevant experience working as an AHA in a health care setting preferred  
• A current Victorian Driver’s Licence

In Return

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

• Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
• Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
• Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
• Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.

At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Michael Splawa-Neyman (Social Work and Spiritual Care Manager) on 0407 169 458 or Michael.Splawa-Neyman@monashhealth.org

Position Description can be found here.
Role Statement can be found here.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close: 8 March 2026