Allied Health Assistant (Level 2/3) - Refugee Health Services - Temp PT
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, working 16 hours per week until November 2025
Location: Refugee Health Service-NSW, Liverpool
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
Remuneration: $30.26 - $33.46 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ529482
Application Close Date: 10/11/2024
Interview Date Range: 13/11/2024 – 20/11/2024
Contact Details: Danielle Weber – 0407 675 093 | Danielle.Weber@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
- Do you have a passion for working in a team to improve the lives of clients with a disability?
- Are you interested in working with people with a refugee background?
- Do you have exceptional organisational skills?
Join our passionate team at the Refugee Health Service. You will work closely with the Senior Occupational Therapist to provide high quality clinical care to newly arrived refugees living with a disability. The work will involve home visits, demonstrating equipment set up and maintaining the equipment pool and assisting with group activities.
We are seeking a person with great organisational skills, who is a great team player and enjoys working in a multicultural environment.
What You'll be Doing
To provide a high quality clinical service to clients and their families/carers from a refugee background under the supervision of an Allied Health Professional at the NSW Refugee Health Service. The position will provide support to clients of the Refugee Health Service with complex needs, including newly arrived refugees living with a disability needing equipment. The position will also be conducting home visits across metropolitan Sydney.
Under the supervision of the Senior Occupational Therapist you will provide support to refugee clients with complex needs and their families. The role will be responsible for ordering equipment and maintaining the equipment loan pool and delivering equipment to families. You will also assist in the development of resources and organising and conducting group activities.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centres, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or other relevant qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete activities (including ability to work within scope of practice and seek assistance when required) as delegated by supervising Allied Health Professional.
- Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated good organisational skills, ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and principles.
- Demonstrated computer literacy skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office including management of emails, word processing and database management.
- Commitment to social justice, and to the issues of access and equity in health.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
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