Allied Health Assistant - Mental Health Dietetics
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ586909 Requisition #
Support better health through nutrition—join our caring team and make a real impact every day!
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until March 2026
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
Remuneration: $30.63 per hour + super
Hours Per Week: 20
Location: Mater Mental Health Centre, Waratah
Requisition ID: REQ586909
Applications Close: Sunday, 20th July 2025
Step into a rewarding role at the Mater Mental Health Centre, a modern 100-bed facility located on the leafy grounds of Calvary Mater Hospital in Waratah, Newcastle. As an Allied Health Assistant in Dietetics, you'll be part of a passionate, multidisciplinary team delivering vital nutrition support to adults in our Acute Mental Health Unit.
Working alongside experienced dietitians, you’ll play a key role in helping improve the health and wellbeing of individuals experiencing mental illness. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to patient care in a supportive environment, grow your skills, and make a genuine impact every day.
About the role:
We’re seeking a Dietitian Assistant to join our team for 20 hours per week, working 4 hours a day Monday to Friday—perfect for those seeking work-life balance.
In this hands-on role, you’ll work closely with our Dietitians and Food Services team to support patients on therapeutic diets. Under the guidance of a supervising Dietitian, you'll contribute to both clinical and non-clinical tasks that help ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred nutrition care for our inpatients.
Whether you're looking to build experience in healthcare or bring your skills to a supportive and collaborative environment, this role offers a rewarding way to make a real difference in the lives of others.
In this role, you’ll be supported every step of the way. Working under the guidance of an on-site Dietitian, you’ll receive a thorough orientation to the service and your responsibilities. You’ll also have access to essential training and ongoing professional development opportunities tailored to your goals through our Performance Development and Review process. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.
About you:
We’re looking for a proactive and collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic environment. You’ll bring strong organisational and time management skills, and enjoy working closely with a range of stakeholders across the service. If you’re someone who finds satisfaction in contributing to meaningful work within a fast-paced and evolving setting, we’d love to hear from you.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information:
- 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.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Justin Steel on justin.steel@health.nsw.gov.au
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: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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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.
Hunter New England Health 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
