Allied Health Assistant Trainee

• This traineeship offers you the chance to gain a recognised qualification in Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance with a reputable training organisation.
• You’ll work under the supervision of occupational therapists, assisting with patient one-to-one sessions, group exercise classes, setting up equipment, and maintaining treatment areas.
• You’ll receive support from the occupational therapy team, with dedicated time to complete your Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance.
• You’ll have unique learning opportunities to explore Allied Health career paths within Hunter New England Health.
• Ideal for a recent school leaver looking to gain a valuable qualification in a health-related field.

About you:

• A recent school leaver eager to start a career in health. Within 12 months of finishing school.
• Motivated and enthusiastic about learning new skills.
• Enjoy interacting with a diverse range of people.
• Keen to work as part of a team supporting the community.

About us:
The Manning Base Allied Health team are a vibrant, multidisciplinary team working with the Lower Mid-Coast community to provide high-quality healthcare. You’ll have supervision and support provided from the team, who are very eager to help you learn and grow as a professional during your traineeship. You’ll work closely with Occupational Therapists, with potential to learn from and work with Physiotherapists, Speech Pathologists, and AHA’s. Every day will be diverse and exciting.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to grow your career. We are a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, providing a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast regions. As the largest employer in the region, we encourage collaboration, openness and respect in the workplace to empower our employees to use their knowledge, skills and experience to meet the principle of Excellence. Every patient. Every time.

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• ADO's each month (for full time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Superannuation contributions 
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.