Permanent opportunity for an aged care physiotherapist to join a long standing provider across VIC.

Role/Company
Due to increasing growth, an exciting opportunity has become available for an Aged Care Physiotherapist to work in Geelong.
The position is permanent, however part time hours will be considered too.
Due to start immediately.
You will be working in a residential aged care setting.

Daily responsibilities of the role will include:

• delivering pain management
• conducting mobilitym functional, equipment and post-fall assessments
• delivering exercise classes
• Liaising with the onsite team of allied health professionals

What are the benefits?
- Competitive salary
- Candidates of all levels welcome to apply, including graduates
- Beautiful location
- Chance to join a growing team who pride themselves on offering exceptional physiotherapy services to facilities and the community
- Flexible working hours
- Support from senior staff

Who should apply?
If you are passionate about working in Aged Care then we would love to hear from you!
New Graduates are welcome to apply. Unfortunately, Limited Registration physiotherapists aren't suitable for this position.
Efficiency, compassion and strong communication skills are a must!

*Please note, even if you are available for a locum role please get in touch*

To hear more about this role, please call Anna- 0402733881 or click APPLY NOW

• Certificate 3 in Aged Care or equivalent
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Current Police Check clearance
• Proof of right to work in Australia
• Passionate carer with excellent people & communication skills
• Trustworthy, reliable & enjoy working in a team environment
• Reliable, flexible approach to 24 hour rostering

• Aveo Benefits - access to exclusive savings on hundreds of retailers, products & services
• Carer opportunities and development
• Be part of a friendly and supportive team
• Join a leading retirement and aged care communities operator
• Be part of an organisation focused on innovation and support

Aveo

• Unique environment with a real opportunity to make a difference
• Nurse-led model of primary healthcare offering significant autonomy
• Casual positions available

About us

Correct Care Australasia is Australia's largest correctional healthcare provider; operating across all of Victoria's fourteen publicly managed prisons, one private prison, and two youth justice centres. Our vision, to provide 'Healthcare Without Judgement', is the foundation for the outstanding service we provide across a range of health needs for a unique and vulnerable patient group.

We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Nurse to join our primary care team at Barwon Prison to work with this vulnerable patient cohort within a recovery-based model.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and review patient’s mental health care plans, in consultation with the patient
• Closely monitor patients mental state and provide thorough mental health assessments and risk assessments in an outpatient setting
• Provide primary mental health discharge planning
• Assess new patients, who have been transferred to Barwon, ensuring continuum of care.
• Liaise with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide coordinated patient management 

Essential experience and attributes include the following selection criteria:

• Registered General Nurse qualification with a post graduate Mental Health qualification or equivalent.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
• A minimum of at least two years’ post graduate mental health nursing experience.
• Recent nursing experience in a mental healthcare setting
• Superior communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• Proven experience dealing with complaints and incident management
• Intermediate to advanced PC skills
• Police check clearance

Why Correct Care?

Our recent staff survey highlighted some of the reasons we come to work every day:

• To be non-judgemental, delivering equal care to all
• Working with a great team
• Having adequate resources to do the job well
• To be able to provide care to a vulnerable population
• Working in a custodial environment which is interesting and challenging

If you are a Registered Nurse with a post graduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing with at least two year's post graduate experience working in mental health, we would love to hear from you!

Click apply now!

To obtain a position description please email [email protected] For further information about this role please contact Jenny Mirams, Health Services Manager on 03 5220 8233.
Alternatively, you can visit our website at www.correctcare.com.au to see a full list of available positions

Applicants must successfully undergo a police check and a working with children check. Correct Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Enjoy using your skills working & learning alongside a multidisciplinary team


• Support your community & their loved ones whilst delivering mental health care


• 3x Temporary Part Time positions available - 64 hours per fortnight (until 28/01/2022)

About the facility 

Barwon Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Service (BMHDAS) provides integrated and recovery oriented mental health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, mental health and drug & alcohol issues, and their families. Our service is internationally recognised for its innovative clinical programs and integrated models of practice that are client centred, accessible and family inclusive.

About the role 

As the successful applicant in this newly created role you will help consumers and their families navigate mental health services. It will provide connections and assistance for consumers and their families to access services that enrich and improve their wellbeing and health. This role works directly with clinical staff as part of a multidisciplinary team. This is an entry to practice role and will receive both education and clinical supervision.

About the culture

We are fortunate to enjoy terrific internal relationships and have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide seamless integrated care for our clients. Our staff thrive in a challenging environment and enjoy being part of a highly recognised and skilled team.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club


• Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Geelong, Victoria

• Great opportunity to work with older clients and assist in service planning
• Consolidate understanding and enhance your skills in this rewarding unit
• Permanent Part Time – 39.5 hours per fortnight

• Informing client's primary carers and liaise with referrals source, to provide professional advice and recommendations
• Utilising problem solving techniques that are both realistic and achievable to obtain the clients optimum level of functioning
• Assisting vulnerable clients approved for Home Care Package who require assistance to access a package
• Continued work in a fast changing environment whilst providing support and professional advice to clients/carers/stakeholders.

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development
• Access to employee wellness facility
• Salary packaging
• Social club
• Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast

Barwon Health

• You will be providing support to clients with domestic assistance duties such as cleaning, laundry and meal preparation
• You will assist your clients with personal care support including showering, toileting and feeding assistance
• You will provide assistance with transportation for your clients to appointments / shopping and leisure outings
• You will build and maintain strong and effective relationships with clients and their families
• You will adhere to health and safety guidelines and policies to keep yourself and our clients safe

• Previous experience within aged care or community services will be a plus but not mandatory.
• Certificate 3 or 4 in aged care or individual support is highly regarded
• Flexibility to work varied rosters
• A current Australian Driver's License and access to a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle
• Basic knowledge in using computers, emails and Smart phone
• Good Monday to Friday and some weekend availability is required.

• A warm, compassionate and reliable team member

• Yearly paid Community Day
• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible work options - We believe in a work life balance and flexibility that allows people to Thrive at work
• Supported learning and development program - a Career and not just a Job

• We are all about life long learning
• We are all about supporting your wellbeing
• We take care of people, they take care of our customers
• We are all about making a bigger difference together

Australian Unity

#Melbourne

• Develop your clinical, leadership and management skills in a dynamic unit


• Work in a multidisciplinary team and actively participate in decision making


• Permanent Part Time – 32 hours per fortnight( increase for suitable candidate)

About the facility 

The Urgent Care Centre is a dynamic and innovative service providing clinical care for those with minor injury and illness alongside highly skilled Nurse Practitioners.

It is located within the new Barwon Health North facility alongside Barwon Medical Imaging, numerous Community and Allied Health Services and has strong links to the University Hospital Geelong Emergency Department.

About the role 

As the Associate Nurse Unit Manager, you will already possess excellent clinical, leadership and management skills. In this role, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in generating new ideas and committing to continuous improvement.

Working alongside highly skilled Nurse Practitioners, you will be guided by best practice to achieve positive patient outcomes.

You will also provide leadership in the planning, delivery and evaluation of a high quality Nursing Services within Barwon Health North (BHN) whilst developing a professional and collaborative partnership in the overall operations of BHN.

This role will allow you to work across a number of directorates and programs (including Urgent Care, Renal Dialysis, Barwon Medical Imaging, Chronic Disease and Paediatric Services).

About the culture

You will work with an innovative multidisciplinary organisation with extensive knowledge and experience. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and senior leaders who exhibit our Barwon Health values, respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion 

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Collaborative Recruitment Team via email at CRURecruit@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Melbourne

• Have the best of both worlds - rewarding career and excellent lifestyle


• Develop a specialised skillset with Vic’s leading regional health care service


• Permanent Part Time - 32 hours per fortnight

About the facility

The Barwon Health Eating Disorder Service is a specialist multidisciplinary team providing assessment and treatment to young people (0-25 years) and their families presenting with an eating disorder, or at risk of an eating disorder. The team is located within the Child and Youth Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol program.

The service is a leader in the delivery and evaluation of evidence based treatments for eating disorders and collaborative models of care including Family Based Treatment (FBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy- Enhanced (CBT-E), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Multi-family Therapy (MFT), Collaborative Care Skills Workshop for carers and Motivational Interviewing. There is a strong focus on secondary consultation to the broader service, public and private sectors.

About the role

As part of a multidisciplinary team, the role of the clinician is to participate in the assessment and delivery of evidence-based treatment to individuals and their families presenting with an eating disorder. As well as provide primary and secondary consultation to the broader service in relation to eating disturbance or disorder.

Duties of your role will include, but are not limited to:

• Undertake regular mental state examination and risk assessment


• Maintain effective and timely communication with other health providers involved in the young person’s care


• Document and clinically review client care within usual team processes and procedures in the client medical file

About the culture

The Eating Disorder Service team members share a strong passion for this specialist area and believe in providing high quality care. The service prides itself on offering a supportive, flexible and innovative working environment.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club


• Doorstep of the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

#Geelong, Victoria

• Provide assessment and treatment to children, young people and their families


• Excellent opportunity to balance clinical and project work in a dynamic unit


• Multiple Temporary Full-time and part time roles ( Maternity leave covers)

About the facility

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) provides high quality best practice assessment and treatment to women and their families in the perinatal period, infants, children and adolescents experiencing emotional and behavioural difficulties.

About the role

In this role you will work within the CAMHS multidisciplinary team providing assessment and treatment to women and their families, infants, children, young people and their families up to 16 years of age who have serious mental health problems.

To be successful in this role it is essential to have registration or be eligible for membership in a relevant health professions: Nursing, Social Work, Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy or Psychology.

About the culture

CAMHS is an enthusiastic, energetic and focused team who work cohesively together. CAMHS promotes positive respectful relationships and strong working partnerships in the workplace and in the community. As a team CAMHS is focussed on providing the highest quality care to infants, children, young people and their families.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

 #Melbourne, Victoria

• Grow your mental health career within an innovative and team environment


• Career development + coast lifestyle+ work/life balance


• Temporary Part-Time - 64 hours per fortnight ( til 11/4/22)

About the facility

Barwon Health's Surfcoast Continuing Care Service provides community based treatments to those aged between 25 - 65 years of age, experiencing serious and complex mental illness.

The team is multidisciplinary and covers a catchment area starting from Waurn Ponds all the way to Aireys Inlet.

Barwon Health MHDAS also provides innovative clinical programs and integrated models of practice that are client centred, accessible and family inclusive.

Service delivery includes the following:

• Comprehensive crisis assessment


• Crisis management and treatment


• Case management of complex issues


• Continuing care


• Mobile support and treatment

About the role

Barwon Health is excited to present an opportunity in Continuing Care Service delivery, working within the Surfcoast Community Mental Health Team.

We are searching for people with experience in public mental health service delivery such as:

• Assessment


• Treatment Planning


• Treatment delivery


• Use of evidenced based tools to determine effectiveness of treatment


• Family inclusive practice


• Family Violence practice within the MARAM framework

About the culture

We are fortunate to enjoy terrific internal relationships and have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide seamless integrated care for our clients. Our staff thrive in a challenging environment, and enjoy being part of a highly recognised and skilled team.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

 #Geelong, Victoria

• Join a multi-disciplinary team in assisting in complex mental health difficulties.


• Grow your clinical skills under mentors invested in your long-term development


• Temporary Full Time- 80 hrs per fortnight ( 1/10/21)

About the facility

Come and work close to the beach, at Torquay Community Health Centre. We are a multi-disciplinary team, consisting of nurses, psychologists, social workers, and medical professionals. We pride ourselves on the ability to deliver timely interventions to those impacted by mental illness or behavioural difficulties. 

About the role

This is a contracted full time position, 80 hours each work, on a 7 day rotating roster.

We offer flexibility and education to support the successful candidate in this role.

Service delivery includes:

• Comprehensive crisis assessment


• Crisis management and treatment


• Case management of complex needs


• Continuing care


• Mobile support and treatment

About the culture

We are fortunate to enjoy terrific internal relationships and have developed excellent partnerships with the local community that provide seamless integrated care for our clients. Our staff thrive in a challenging environment, and enjoy being part of a highly recognised and skilled team.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Flexible working arrangements


• Professional development


• Access to employee wellness facility


• Salary packaging


• Social club

Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.

We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

We Barwon Health are proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

At Aveo we have a casual opportunity for a passionate Personal Care Attendant to join the team at Aveo Freedom Aged Care Geelong located in Grovedale, VIC. 

About the role:
As a Personal Carer, you will work as part of a team providing safe and effective personal care tailored to the resident's needs. This will include the support and assistance in activities of daily living such as mobility, showering, dressing and personal grooming, while ensuring the residents security, privacy and value to their culture and diversity. You will be responsible for delivering a kind, caring and respectful personal care that supports the residents' choice and independence.
It is essential that you actively contribute to the promotion of best practice in OH &S and continuous quality improvement, and promote the culture and philosophies of Aveo.

About you:

• Certificate 3 in Aged Care or equivalent
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Current Police Check clearance 
• Proof of right to work in Australia
• Passionate carer with excellent people & communication skills 
• Trustworthy, reliable & enjoy working in a team environment 
• Reliable, flexible approach to 24 hour rostering

About Aveo:
Aveo's vision is to be Australia's leading and most innovative seniors living provider. Our mission is to honour and serve our residents through Kindness, Care and Respect. Kindness, Care and Respect are our corporate values.
Aveo is a leading and trusted owner, operator and manager of retirement communities across Australia. Aveo's philosophy is underpinned by a commitment to grow with older Australians by inspiring greater living choices.
We currently and proudly do so for 13,000 residents in 94 retirements communities across Australia.

Our benefits:

• Aveo Benefits - access to exclusive savings on hundreds of retailers, products & services
• Carer opportunities and development
• Be part of a friendly and supportive team
• Join a leading retirement and aged care communities operator
• Be part of an organisation focused on innovation and support

To start your career with Aveo select "Apply Now" to complete the brief application questions.

Aveo is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on our employees. We treasure skills, expertise and commitment.
Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward and retain the best people in the industry.