Health Navigator - Pathway To Good Health
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About Us
The Southern Melbourne Targeted Support for Children in Care, the Pathway To Good Health (PTGH), project is a new partnership between the Monash Health Developmental and Community Paediatric Unit and the Victorian Department of Health. The aim of the PTGH Service is to provide consistent and high-quality models of care to children entering statutory care settings. Southern Melbourne PTGH will be one of seventeen services in DFFH areas across Victoria.
About the Role
Step into a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact as an Allied Health Health Navigator (Grade 2 – Speech Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, or Physiotherapist). This part-time role (0.60 EFT / 45.6 hours per fortnight) is offered on a 12-month fixed-term basis, with a required workday on Monday and flexibility across other shifts.
In this dynamic position, you will play a key role in supporting children entering the PTGH program within the local DFFH Area by gathering and screening essential health information.
You will conduct early health and social history information gathering and, where appropriate, undertake brief, within-scope functional screening to support triage (not clinical assessment). Working collaboratively with the PTGH Clinical Coordinator, you will develop comprehensive health summaries and recommendations to help ensure each child’s health and wellbeing needs are effectively supported.
About You
You are a motivated and adaptable Allied Health professional who is passionate about supporting children and their wellbeing. You bring strong clinical insight, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach to your work.
To thrive in this role, you will have:
- A recognised tertiary qualification in an Allied Health profession
- Current registration or accreditation with the appropriate professional body (AHPRA or equivalent)
- Confidence in clinical documentation and record keeping, with experience using electronic health record systems
- A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel between sites as required
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning
- The ability to work autonomously, manage your time effectively, and adapt within a dynamic, evolving environment
Please refer to the Position Description for further details on the role-specific requirements.
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 Daniel Masters, VicFAS Statewide Practice Manager, (03) 8572 3917.
Position Description documents can be found here.
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
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.
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: 2 June, 2026.