Allied Health Assistant (Level 2 -3) - TACP - Perm FT
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- Allied Health Assistants
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- REQ610909 Requisition #
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- 16 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Campbelltown, Liverpool, Camden, Bankstown and Fairfield Community Health Centres
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 2/3
Remuneration: $62,119.11 - $68,682.13 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ610909
Application Close Date: 12/10/2025
Interview Date Range: 15/10/2025 – 22/10/2025
Contact Details: Rebekah Culbert – 0456 224 909 | Rebekah.Culbert@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
The Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) is currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Allied Health Assistants to join our community and residential teams. TACP is a unique and client-focused program that supports older adults in their journey toward reablement, helping them regain independence and achieve personal goals. As an Allied Health Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering therapy and care either in clients’ homes or within our residential care setting. Your responsibilities will include implementing home exercise programs, assisting with self-care retraining, supporting community access, and transporting clients to medical appointments—all under the guidance of Allied Health Professionals and Team Leaders. We have multiple positions available across our community teams, with offices located in Bankstown and Fairfield, as well as a position within our Residential TACP program (based in Carramar). This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with older people, working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. The position requires strong communication and problem-solving skills.
What You'll Be Doing
To provide a high quality clinical service to clients and their families/carers under the supervision of an Allied Health Professional to optimise health outcomes for the clients of the service. The Allied Health Assistant is also responsible for undertaking designated departmental and administrative tasks necessary to support service delivery.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or relevant qualification or Minimum 12 months full-time equivalent relevant experience with commitment to undertake the Certificate IV in AHA within 12 month period.
- Can you describe a time when you were delegated a task by a supervising Allied Health Professional that required you to manage competing priorities? How did you ensure you stayed within your scope of practice, met deadlines, and sought assistance when needed?
- In your previous roles, how have you adapted your communication style to effectively interact with both clinical staff and patients? Can you also share how you’ve applied Work Health and Safety principles in a healthcare setting?
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
