Allied Health Assistant Level 2/3

ACT Health; Canberra; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible working conditions

12.5% Superannuation

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite Physiotherapists

Job summary

ACT Health in Canberra is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to support multidisciplinary teams within Alcohol and Drug Services. The role covers inpatient and outpatient settings, delivering practical support, psychoeducation and group programs to people experiencing ATOD challenges.

You will work under allied health supervision, liaising with stakeholders and contributing to care pathways and service improvements while embracing person-centred care and a diverse client group.

Qualifications

• Current registration under Working with Vulnerable People Act 2011 is required.
• Compliance with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
• Compliance with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical support, psychoeducation, group programs and referral pathways for people accessing ADS Specialty Services.
• Collaborate with allied health professionals to address psychosocial needs and promote wellbeing.
• Engage with consumers, families and stakeholders within inpatient and outpatient settings.

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 11 months with possibility of extension
Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 2/3 (PN 28423)
Salary: $66,672 - $88,163 (Plus 12.5% Super)
Location: Canberra Health Services, Garran / Canberra City
Section: ADS Specialty Services Allied Health Team
Closing Date: 06 November 2026

What can we offer you:

• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions
• 12.5% Superannuation.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to onsite Physiotherapists.

About the Role:

Join a passionate and multidisciplinary team making a real difference in the lives of people experiencing alcohol, tobacco and other drug (ATOD) related challenges. Alcohol and Drug Services (ADS), part of Mental Health, Justice Health and Alcohol & Drug Services (MHJHADS), delivers evidence-based, person-centred care across a diverse range of specialist programs. Based at Canberra Hospital, this role provides an exciting opportunity to work alongside allied health clinicians and other health professionals in supporting individuals through their treatment and recovery journeys within both inpatient and outpatient settings.

As an Allied Health Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering practical support, psychoeducation, group programs, stakeholder liaison and referral pathways for people accessing ADS Specialty Services. Working under the guidance of allied health professionals, you will help address psychosocial needs, promote wellbeing, and contribute to positive outcomes for consumers and their support networks. You will also collaborate with government and non-government services, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence.

We are seeking an organised, adaptable and compassionate professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills. You will have the ability to build effective relationships with consumers, families and stakeholders, work confidently within a multidisciplinary team, and manage a varied workload with initiative and sound judgement. If you are passionate about person-centred care, committed to supporting people with diverse and complex needs, and keen to contribute to an innovative ATOD service, we encourage you to apply.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
• Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together

Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community

Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Mary Jacob on 02 51242 *** or at ***********@act.gov.au