Dietitian

Peninsula Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Salary packaging

Exclusive retailer discounts

Fitness Passport access

Employee Assistance Program

Education & training

Job summary

Bayside Health is seeking a Dietitian Grade 2 for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Service in Frankston, Victoria. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide dietetic care for inpatients and community clients, translating evidence into practical guidance aligned with recovery goals.

The role emphasizes leadership through clinical expertise, involvement in quality and research activities, and supervision of staff and students. Flexible development opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with accreditation/eligibility for APD program.
• Experience in nutrition and dietetics.
• Experience with mental health patients in hospital or community settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver dietetic services to inpatient and community clients.
• Provide scientific nutrition information and translate into practical advice.
• Conduct individual consultations and group programs.
• Lead clinical expertise development and participate in quality/research activities.
• Supervise staff and students within the team.

Skills

Nutrition & Dietetics

APD program

Dietitians Australia

Mental health experience

Clinical supervision

Victorian Driver's Licence

Education

Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics

Job description

• Provide Leadership and Clinical Supervision
• Fixed Term Part Time (3 Days Per Week) until Oct 2027
• Located in Frankston, Victoria
• Professional development opportunities and support

Who We Are and What We Stand For

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional,equitable, and locally connected care through sharedexpertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026

The Team & Role

The Wellness Clinic provide multidisciplinary (dietitian, exercise physiology and music therapy) community based physical health and psychosocial interventions within a recovery orientated model. The team provides specialist expertise in physical health treatment, psychological, behavioural, social and functional interventions. The Wellness Clinic also provides support and education for consumers and carers/families as well as consultation to mental health clinicians.

This Grade 2 Dietitian position works with the multidisciplinary team to deliver dietetic services for inpatient and community consumers under Peninsula Health’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service.

The role has particular responsibility for providing scientific health and nutrition information and translating this into practical advice, tailored to each person’s individual situation and recovery goals. The dietitian provides individual consultations and facilitates group programs.Grade 2 Dietitians have a leadership role through development of clinical expertise, involvement in quality and research activities, staff and student supervision.

Skills & Experience Required

We anticipate you will have:

• Extensive experience in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Member or eligible for membership of Dietitians Australia and the APD program.
• Member or eligible for membership of the Accreditated Practicing Dietitian Program.
• Previous experience working with clients living with mental illness in a hospital or community setting.
• Capability to supervise and mentor students, Grade 1 staff and promote professional competence.
• A current Victorian Drivers Licence.

• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

*Please refer to EBA Salary circular for salary range Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2021-25. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page:https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.