Improving the health of our community
Ararat Campus
Girdlestone St, Ararat 3377
Willaura Campus
Delacombe Way, Willaura 3379
MANAGER ALLIED HEALTH
An exciting opportunity exists for a Manager Allied Health within the East Grampians Health Service Community Services team. This new position is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of a range of Allied Health services to the community.
About Us
East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships. We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services.
East Grampians Health Service aims to meet the needs of the community by offering a vast array of services to the community of Ararat and surrounds. We offer outreach services to Willaura as well as Bush Nursing Centres in Lake Bolac and Elmhurst, and provide contracted clinical services to an Aboriginal co-operative and correctional facilities in the immediate region. Our services include Dental, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Occupational Therapy, Podiatry, Speech Pathology, Dietetics, Diabetes Education and Social Work. These services support other clinical areas including our acute and residential aged care patients/residents. Our community health centre also hosts Maternal Child and Health Services and clinics and consulting for visiting surgeons and specialist nursing.
What we Offer
- Regional Lifestyle – explore our region
- A variety of employee benefits
- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities
About the Role
This new position is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of a range of Allied Health services to the community. The incumbent is responsible for delivering services that meet community needs and compliance with a number of legislative, accreditation and funding requirements. As part of the Community Services leadership team, the Manager will act as a role model by leading a best practice philosophy amongst the staff underpinned by the core values of EGHS.
About You
We are looking for someone who has outstanding leadership qualities and:
- Allied Health qualifications with current registration with the appropriate professional registration board
- Experience in the management and supervision of Allied Health staff with an understanding of contemporary human resource management.
- Expertise in program development and management gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation
Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance (Including COVID-19) and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks).
For more information please contact Sarah Woodburn, Director of Community Services on (03) 5352 9470.
The Position Description can be viewed and downloaded by selecting ‘Position Description’ below.
To apply please select ‘Apply online’ and complete as requested.
Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business Friday 2 June 2023.
East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.