Allied Health Assistant - Transitional Aged Care Program - Wagga Wagga
Allied Health Assistant – Transitional Aged Care Program
The Wagga Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) aims to transition aged care clients safely from hospital back into the community. The TACP Allied Health Assistant will work closely with the TACP multidisciplinary team to support clients to achieve their goals.
The Wagga TACP Allied Health Assistant will work under the direction of the TACP Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Dietitian, and Social Worker. The Allied Health Assistant will also work closely with the TACP Registered Nurse and TACP Coordinator.
As the TACP Allied Health Assistant, you will implement therapy programs, assist with therapy groups, practice using equipment and assist cleaning equipment, support rehabilitation, and be an integral part of the client’s recovery and the smooth running of our services. By working within the delegated clinical boundaries, you will provide safe and essential client-centred care and assist with administrative tasks to ensure efficiency and accuracy of our program.
As TACP is provided primarily in the client’s home, your typical day will involve travelling across Wagga and some surrounding areas.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant – Level 1-3
Remuneration: $63,177.29 - $71,429.33 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ621919
Location: Wagga Wagga
What MLHD offer:
Relocation Assistance and Accommodation Support considerations - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
Flexible Working Arrangements
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or formal commitment to complete this training within 3 years of employment, or relevant qualification and willingness to complete required skill sets.
Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete activities (including ability to work within scope of practice and seek assistance when required) as delegated by supervising Allied Health Professional
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For role related queries or questions contact Amanda Eyres – the Manager Wagga Community Aged Care on Amanda.Eyres@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 11 January 2026
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
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