Allied Health Assistant - Transition Care Program

Palliative Care SA; Victor Harbor; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package benefits

Generous leave provisions

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network invites applications for an Allied Health Assistant to support therapists in delivering patient care in a busy setting on the Fleurieu Peninsula, Victor Harbor region. The role involves assisting with therapy, mobility support, documentation and group activities, with supervision of junior staff where appropriate.

The position is part-time, 22.5 hours per week over 3 days, temporary until 31 March 2027, offering a competitive salary package and

Qualifications

• Experience working within a multidisciplinary allied health team.
• Ability to support therapy delivery and patient mobility.
• Commitment to safety, confidentiality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support Allied Health Professionals in delivering therapy programs.
• Assist patients with preparation, transport, mobility and personal care.
• Monitor patient responses and maintain clinical documentation.
• Lead or support group therapy and education sessions.
• Assist with supervision and training of other Allied Health Assistants.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation

Mobility support

Job description

Allied Health Assistant - Transition Care Program

Job no: 950976
Work type: Part time
Location: Fleurieu Peninsula
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Victor Harbor

Salary: AHA3 $72,753 – $77,536 per annum (adjusted to actual hours worked)

Part-Time – 22.5 hours per week/3 days, Temporary - up to 31 March 2027

WHAT ARE WE OFFERING?

As an Allied Health Assistant, you will play an important hands-on role supporting Allied Health Professionals in delivering high-quality care to patients with diverse and complex needs. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will assist with therapy programs, patient preparation and mobility, group education sessions, equipment maintenance and patient support activities that promote comfort, dignity and positive health outcomes.

This dynamic role also contributes to the smooth operation of allied health services through accurate documentation, database management, workplace safety practices and continuous improvement activities. You will work collaboratively within a supportive team culture, while also assisting with the supervision and training of other Allied Health Assistants and students, helping to strengthen service capability and patient care delivery.

WHO ARE WE?

The Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network offers opportunities across our sites, from Kangaroo Island to Eudunda, wrapping all the way around our metropolitan areas. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care to all our consumers, residents, their families, and community. Our mission is to ensure that you always receive the best quality, safe, consistent, collaborative care and always with kindness. We do this by maintaining exceptional levels of care at all times supported by systems and processes that assure us of quality and safety of our staff and those we serve.

WHERE AND HOW YOU WILL WORK

Victor Harbor offers a coastal lifestyle like no other, combining ocean views, outdoor living, and a welcoming community. With a vibrant arts and cafe culture, strong local services hub and a relaxed pace of life, it’s an ideal location for those seeking meaningful work alongside a world renowened scenery. For more information Discover Victor Harbor

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Are you committed to patient-centred care, with a genuine focus on supporting dignity, comfort and positive health outcomes for people with complex needs?

Are you enthusiastic about working under direction within a multidisciplinary allied health team, with a willingness to learn and follow clinical guidance closely?

Do you have a proactive and hands‑on approach to supporting therapy delivery, patient mobility and daily care activities in a fast-paced clinical environment?

Ae you a strong communicator and have sound teamwork skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clinicians, patients and colleagues across services?

Are you committed to safety, confidentiality and continuous improvement, including strict adherence to WHS, infection control and professional standards

If you have answered yes to any of these questions - then read on…

HOW WILL YOU CONTRIBUTE?

Support Allied Health Professionals in delivering therapy programs, patient interventions and specialised treatments for patients with diverse and complex needs

Assist patients with preparation, transport, mobility and personal care before, during and after therapy sessions to ensure comfort, dignity and safety

Monitor patient responses to therapy, maintain accurate clinical documentation and assist with therapy-related administration and database management

Lead or support group-based therapy and education sessions, while assisting with the supervision and training of Allied Health Assistants and students

Contribute to a safe, collaborative and high-performing workplace by following WHS requirements, maintaining confidentiality and supporting continuous improvement initiatives

WHAT WILL WE OFFER YOU IN RETURN?

At BHFLHN, not only will you be working in an environment surrounded by beautiful scenery and nature we see your work here as not just as a job, but an opportunity to extend, progress or consolidate your career with us. We therefore offer you opportunities to be supported in the following ways:

Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year

Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities.

Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.

Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to BHFLHN staff and their families.

WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW/WHAT IS ESSENTIAL FOR SUCCESS?

Working in this environment, it is important to us that we only employ people with the upmost integrity and commitment to serving the South Australian community and its visitors to the highest possible standards. To ensure that we meet that commitment there are a few checks that you will be required to undertake. These are detailed on the Role Description, but are likely to include the following:

You will need to undergo employment screening, what you require is also on the front page of the Role Description.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We employ people as diverse as the clients we support and the environments we work in. At BHFLHN we pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees and therefore we encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Please refer to all the details in the Role Description below (job ref: 950976), or reach out to Leah Blieden, Business Support Coordinator on Phone: [phone]or via E-mail: [e-mail]

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Applications Close on Monday 6th October, 2026 at 11:55PM

Advertised: 28 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 12 Oct 2026 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Daylight Time