Allied Health Assistant Level 2/3 (
Job Number:
02SC1)
Description
Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 11 months with possibility of extension
Classification: Allied Health Assistant Level 2/3 (PN 28423)
Salary: $66,672 - $88,163 (Plus 12.5% Super)
Location: Canberra Health Services, Garran / Canberra City
Section: ADS Specialty Services Allied Health Team
Closing Date: 06 November 2026
What can we offer you:
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Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
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Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
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Flexible working conditions
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12.5% Superannuation.
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Access to Employee Assistance Program.
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Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
About the Role:
Join a passionate and multidisciplinary team making a real difference in the lives of people experiencing alcohol, tobacco and other drug (ATOD) related challenges. Alcohol and Drug Services (ADS), part of Mental Health, Justice Health and Alcohol & Drug Services (MHJHADS), delivers evidence-based, person-centred care across a diverse range of specialist programs. Based at Canberra Hospital, this role provides an exciting opportunity to work alongside allied health clinicians and other health professionals in supporting individuals through their treatment and recovery journeys within both inpatient and outpatient settings.
As an Allied Health Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering practical support, psychoeducation, group programs, stakeholder liaison and referral pathways for people accessing ADS Specialty Services. Working under the guidance of allied health professionals, you will help address psychosocial needs, promote wellbeing, and contribute to positive outcomes for consumers and their support networks. You will also collaborate with government and non-government services, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence.
We are seeking an organised, adaptable and compassionate professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills. You will have the ability to build effective relationships with consumers, families and stakeholders, work confidently within a multidisciplinary team, and manage a varied workload with initiative and sound judgement. If you are passionate about person-centred care, committed to supporting people with diverse and complex needs, and keen to contribute to an innovative ATOD service, we encourage you to apply.
For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
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Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
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Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.
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Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
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Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.
To Apply:
Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description.
***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position***
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.
OurVision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Mary Jacob on 02 51242 591 or at MaryJ.Jacob@act.gov.au
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Job
: Allied Health
Salary Range
: 66,672.00 - 88,163.00
Contact Email
: MaryJ.Jacob@act.gov.au
Closing Date
: 06/Nov/2026, 12:59:00 PM
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