• Impactful client care: Play a key role in improving the quality of life for elderly people.
• Be part of a passionate team: With opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Benefit from excellent salary packaging!

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Allied Health Assistant (AHA) to support our Short Term Restorative Care (STRC) program You’ll work closely with allied health clinicians to deliver high-quality care, helping clients maintain independence and improve their daily functioning.

This role offers a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older people within the community.

• Implement prescribed allied health programs in community, home, or Centre-based settings.
• Support clients in achieving optimal functioning and assist with daily living activities.
• Facilitate group sessions and attend STRC team meetings.
• Set up and maintain equipment for clients at home.
• Manage referrals, waitlists, and caseloads, and contribute to policy development.
• Promote STRC services and meet key performance targets.
• Handle complaints following Villa Maria Catholic Homes’ policies and procedures.
• Identify and recommend improvements to program processes to enhance service efficiency and effectiveness.

About you 

• Certificate/Diploma in Aged Care, Community Services, or similar field.
• Experience delivering exercise/health education programes for diverse clients.
• Knowledge of ageing and associated conditions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in building professional relationships and preparing reports.
• Understanding of aged care funding streams.
• Valid Victorian Driver's License

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with:

• A rewarding and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and career progression. 
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay. 
• A flexible and family-friendly work culture, with wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave. 
• Employee assistance program including employee, manager, career, conflict, nutrition and lifestyle, money, family, and legal assistance.
• Discounted private health insurance, school holiday programs and car hire.
• The opportunity to open a high-interest savings account with our banking partner.
• We value diversity, champion inclusion, and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and with all abilities, to consider joining our vibrant community.

About us

Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, love, joy, hospitality, and courage aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow.

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, an Australian Criminal History Check, evidence of at least 3 X Covid vaccinations and agree to comply with Child Safety standards. You may also be required to supply an International Police Check. 

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.