Allied Health Assistant

NSW Health, New Lambton Heights, New South Wales, Australia Allied Health Assistant – Occupational Therapy Support Remuneration: $31.86 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging. Location: John Hunter Children's Hospital | Awabakal Country. Employment Type: Temporary Part Time – Until May 2027. Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant. Hours Per Week: 24. Requisition ID: REQ . Applications Close: Sunday 23rd November 2025. Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion. Join our dedicated Occupational Therapy team at John Hunter Children’s Hospital, where you’ll play an important hands‑on role in helping children reach their full potential. About the Role As an Allied Health Assistant, you will support a team of experienced and supportive Occupational Therapists providing care to children across both inpatient and outpatient settings. Our service covers general medical and surgical wards, oncology, adolescents, and both the neonatal and paediatric intensive care units, as well as a range of multidisciplinary specialty clinics. Working closely with Occupational Therapists, medical and nursing staff, and other allied health professionals, you’ll assist in delivering therapy programs, managing equipment, and creating resources that directly support children and families. Key Responsibilities Assist in the delivery of therapy activities with children in inpatient and outpatient settings. Manage and maintain the equipment loan pool, including setup and organisation. Fabricate and sew a variety of individualised items for children to support therapy goals. Support clinicians in implementing therapy programs and preparing materials. Contribute to a safe, positive, and family‑centred care environment. About You A strong focus on patients and families, demonstrating empathy and respect in all interactions. Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines. Good organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise, and adapt to changing needs. A flexible and motivated approach to your work and a willingness to learn new skills. What We Offer Direct clinical supervision from a senior clinician. Daily access to informal clinical support and education opportunities. A welcoming, collaborative team dedicated to improving children’s health outcomes. Additional Information To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. How To Apply Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability. Can you provide an example of a time when you worked both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team? Please describe the situation and your role. What knowledge do you have of therapeutic equipment prescribed by therapists? Outline your skills and experience in sewing and adapting patterns to fabricate items. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description. Find out more about applying for this position. Contact: Brooke Drelincourt – Information For Applicants Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr