Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
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Skills: Recreation therapy, Community development, Social sciences, Rehabilitation, Disability support
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Number of Positions Available: 1 ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It …
Skills: Case management, Crisis intervention, Assessment, Advocacy, Referral services
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Job Description: Join an Organisation where we Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; and Strive for Something Greater! Exciting opportunities currently exist for experienced Hospital and Theatre Orderlies to jo…
Skills: Patient transport, Manual handling, Safe lifting techniques, Cleaning, Waste management
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
$90k–$104k/yr
Job Description: Part Time (30.4 hours per week), Fixed Term until 31 December 2026 Enjoy a 4-day working week with a great work-life balance Challenging and rewarding work environment Play a key role in growing Physioth…
Skills: Physiotherapy, Mental health, Clinical assessment, Evidence-based practice, Multidisciplinary teamwork
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Teacher of French Melbourne Grammar School is seeking a Teacher of French at our South Yarra campus. This is a full-time ongoing commencing in Term 1, 2027. This role will see you: Inspire and foster a passion and apprec…
Skills: French language teaching, Pedagogical expertise, Student wellbeing support, Pastoral care, Co-curricular involvement
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Enrolled Nurse - Casual and Permanent Part-Time positions Registered Nurse - Casual and Permanent Part-Time positions About you You are a qualified and compassionate person who has a strong focus on providing high-qualit…
Skills: Nursing, Aged care, Medication competency, AN-AAC, Assessment
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
$32/hr–$36/hr
Do you love to care? We do! Join HammondCare as a Home Care Worker and be part of an independent, not-for-profit organisation improving the lives of thousands of older people in need. HammondCare Home Care is currently l…
Skills: Aged care, Community care, Patient care, Solutions-focused, Communication
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
$53/hr–$55/hr
Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental …
Skills: Training facilitation, Training needs analysis, Stakeholder management, Adult learning principles, Articulate Rise 360
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Hybrid
$101k–$109k/yr
Role type: Full time; Fixed-Term for 12 months Department: Student and Scholarly Services Salary: UOM 6 - $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super Shape equitable access for diverse students / specialise in learning adjus…
Skills: Disability services, Equity services, Case management, Assistive technologies, Academic adjustment planning
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Casual and Permanent Part-Time shifts available: Night, PM & AM Make a meaningful difference delivering personalised care to residents Multiple site(s) available – Carnegie, Caulfield and Windsor Join our compassionate t…
Skills: Personal care, Aged care, Individual support, Documentation, Communication skills
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Hybrid
$101k–$109k/yr
Role type: Full time; Fixed-Term for 12 months Department: Student and Scholarly Services Salary: UOM 6 - $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super Shape equitable access for diverse students / specialise in learning adjus…
Skills: Disability services, Equity services, Case management, Assistive technologies, Academic adjustment planning
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to…
Skills: Customer service, Merchandising, Quality control, Donation processing, Sales support
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
At Estia Health, we’re more than just a workplace: we’re a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. If you’re passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, then we want to…
Skills: Cleaning, Hygiene Standards, Attention To Detail, Work Health And Safety, Empathy
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Employment Type: Permanent part time Hours: Rotating Roster Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications Contact: [email protected] Where there’s l…
Skills: Emergency nursing, Critical care, Patient-centred care, Clinical skills, Time management
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
About the opportunity Werribee Mercy Hospital is entering a landmark new phase, with the opening of a major Emergency Department expansion scheduled for 2026. This expansion will significantly increase our capacity and e…
Skills: Administrative excellence, Patient management systems, iPM, EDIS, Clinical systems
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · Hybrid
Early Years Regional Team Leader Reference number: 11253 Closing date: 11pm, 23 August 2026 Full-time permanent leadership position within Council's Early Years team Salary commencing at Band 7 – $112,111.93 per annum, p…
Skills: Leadership, Mentoring, Strategic planning, Workforce planning, Budget management
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Company Description On the Early Start Australia Graduate program, you’ll feel all in from day one. In a close-knit allied health team, learning from each other and building lasting friendships along the way. With dedica…
Skills: Speech pathology, Early intervention, Clinical assessment, Therapy planning, Multidisciplinary collaboration
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Job Description On the Early Start Australia Graduate program, you’ll feel all in from day one. In a close-knit allied health team, learning from each other and building lasting friendships along the way. With dedicated …
Skills: Speech pathology, Early intervention, Clinical assessment, Therapy planning, Evidence-based practice
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
Job Description On the Early Start Australia Graduate program, you’ll feel all in from day one. In a close-knit allied health team, learning from each other and building lasting friendships along the way. With dedicated …
Skills: Speech pathology, Early intervention, Clinical assessment, Therapy planning, Evidence-based practice
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia · On-site
$65k–$72k/yr
Location: Whadjuk Noongar Country – Armadale WA Salary: $65,000 - $72,000 + Superannuation + NFP salary packaging benefits Extra leave: 10 days wellbeing leave, 20 days annual leave, 13 days personal leave Employment sta…
Skills: Indigenous Protocols, Cultural Safety, Stakeholder Management, Case Management, Interpersonal Skills
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The specialist will assess patient interests and goals to create individualized plans that facilitate reconnection with community life. They will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support social, recreational, and community participation for individuals recovering from injury or illness.
The role is open to professionals with backgrounds in recreation therapy, community development, or social sciences, ranging from entry-level to experienced practitioners. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, initiative, and a commitment to community inclusion and social impact.
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If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via ‘Employee Login’ using your network login details to search, view and apply for all career opportunities available.
Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.
About the Community Integration & Leisure Services department
The Community Integration & Leisure Services team supports people with acquired disability to reconnect with their community, rebuild social networks, and develop meaningful lifestyles beyond hospital.
We work closely with multidisciplinary teams across rehabilitation, contributing a unique lens focused on participation, identity and life beyond clinical recovery.
About the role
As a Community Linking & Leisure Specialist, your role will be to support individuals to explore what matters to them and work to reconnect individuals with community life in ways that are meaningful and sustainable.
A regular day will see you:
This role is open to both:
This role draws on person-centred approaches to leisure and community participation. Applicants will be asked to reflect on this as part of the application process.
About you
To be successful in this role you’ll bring with you:
We welcome applicants with backgrounds in:
Experience in rehabilitation, disability or community-based work is valued—but not essential.
If you’re early in your career, or bringing transferable skills, we encourage you to apply.
Our benefits
Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:
Work with us!
We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.
If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working with Children Check. Austin Health is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with Child Safe Standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Sal Dema, Manager Leisure Services at [email protected]
Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
As part of your application, please address selection criteria listed in the PD and include a short response to the following:
“What does ‘leisure’ mean to you, and how does it shape your approach to supporting people?”
Application closing date: Sunday 23 August 2026
Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education & research in the north.
Austin Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land upon which our various campuses are located, and pays its respects to Elders, past and present. Austin Health has been committed to improving the lives of our patients since it was founded by philanthropist Elizabeth Austin, as a ‘hospital for the incurables’, in 1882. Today our organisation comprises of Austin Hospital, the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital, the Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre and the Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre. We are renowned for our specialist work in cancer, transplantation, infectious diseases, obesity, sleep medicine, intensive care medicine, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation. In addition, we are a state-wide provider of specialist services including: - Victorian Spinal Cord Service - Victorian Respiratory Support Services - Victorian Liver Transplant Unit - Acquired Brain Injury Unit - Child Mental Health Inpatient Unit - Austin Toxicology Service - Victorian Poisons Information Centre We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our purpose to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives. Our people engage in meaningful work every day, and enjoy a range of rewarding benefits, including: - Generous salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation - Paid parental leave - A suite of wellness initiatives including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program - Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities - On-site childcare (Austin Hospital), easy access via public transport and discounted car parking Many of our roles attract additional benefits, including: - Up to six weeks annual leave - Purchased leave options - Flexible, hybrid working arrangements - Monthly rostered days off Thank you for your interest in Austin Health!
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