Allied Health Assistant

Join our dedicated team as an Allied Health Assistant and make a real difference in the lives of patients across the Illawarra Shoalhaven region $31.86 - $36.02 per hour + 12% super & salary packaging | Temporary Part-Time, (20hrs per week) | Port Kembla Hospital (PKH) | REQ | Applications close: Sunday 23 November 2025 Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more. An experienced Allied Health Assistant is sought to join the ITACS team, based at Port Kembla Hospital. The preferred applicant will have the opportunity to develop skills and experience across the breadth of Allied Health disciplines working within ITACS. You will join a large team of health professionals who work in the community delivering therapy to elderly clients in their home as part of their Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP). The preferred applicant will ideally have or be working towards a Certificate IV qualification in Allied Health Assistance and experience working in a person‑centred, interdisciplinary model of care. You have access to professional development opportunities, regular clinical supervision and involvement in quality improvement initiatives. Come and join a supportive and innovative team who are driven to provide the best service to enable positive outcomes for clients to remain living at home. For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here. A little about us. As a part of the new Shellharbour Hospital and Integrated Services Project, a new Community Health Centre is being built on the old Port Kembla Hospital site. Located on Dharawal Country, Warrawong Community Health Centre will bring together a range of services including community mental health, drug and alcohol, community nursing, and child and family services. Until the new Community Centre is complete, some allied health services will continue to operate out of the Port Kembla Hospital site. Benefits of working with ISLHD. Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full‑time employees) Salary packaging – less tax and more take‑home pay Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre‑taxed salary (eligible full‑time employees) Fitness Passport – discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements: Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role. Working With Children Check (WWCC) Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance, or equivalent work experience and a willingness to work towards certification. Current NSW drivers licence or equivalent. This is a temporarily funded position until 28 June 2026 with the possibility of an extension subject to funding. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying? Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information. Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. For role-related queries or help applying, contact Alison McCarthy at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au #J-18808-Ljbffr