Support behaviour care in stroke & aged care wards
Work closely with expert Allied Health professionals
Gain hands-on experience with data & patient reports
Make a real difference supporting patients with challenging behaviours. Work in a fast-paced hospital setting alongside a passionate team. Apply Now!
Employment Type: Permanent Full time / Part time
Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants
Remuneration: $30.63 - $34.63 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Blacktown & Mount Druitt Hospitals

SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance/relevant qualification or willingness to undertake this training includes willingness to undertake additional discipline competencies. Current NSW Drivers licence
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated previous experience working in a health environment and ability to work as a contributing member of the health team.
• Demonstrated previous experience in working with people with challenging behaviours including aggression, agitation and confusion.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload within delegated tasks, meet deadlines and complete activities within scope of practice, seeking assistance as required.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and email applications.
• Ability to work within a flexible work schedule including flexible work hours and ability to work on weekends as required.
• Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and principles and how it applies to the duties of the position, including manual handling risk assessment and implementation of techniques
  Requisition ID: REQ569990
  Applications Close: 22nd July 2025

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• Find out more about applying for this position.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Natalie Francis - 0437995820 or natalie.francis@health.nsw.gov.au

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency

Join the BUMP pilot team at Blacktown Hospital for six months, supporting Allied Health to manage patients with challenging behaviours across aged care, stroke and rehab wards. Your responsibilities will also include:

• Assisting with behaviour support in acute settings
• Working under supervision of the BUMP team
• Supporting Allied Health in daily care delivery
• Helping manage routines for complex patients
• Contributing to reporting and admin tasks