Allied Health Workforce Advisor at St Vincents Health Australia Group Support Services

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Workforce Planning, Capability Development, Program Evaluation, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Clinical Governance, Change Management, Coaching, Workforce Data Analysis, Consultation, Problem-solving, Interprofessional Leadership

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Full Time | Fixed Term (12 months from commencement) Work for one of Australia's leading hospital groups Lead a strategic workforce initiative that will shape the future of Allied Health at St Vincent's Ongoing training and professional development opportunities About the Role An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Allied Health professional to lead the development and implementation of the St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) Allied Health Workforce Roadmap. The Allied Health Workforce Advisor will provide expert leadership in workforce capability across the Allied Health workforce, including Allied Health Assistants. Working collaboratively with Allied Health leaders and key stakeholders, you will drive workforce initiatives that support contemporary models of care, workforce sustainability and high-quality patient outcomes. Position Duties As the Allied Health Workforce Advisor, you will: Lead an assessment of the current Allied Health workforce profile and service performance to inform the development of the SVHM Allied Health Workforce Roadmap. Develop and implement the Allied Health Workforce Roadmap, aligned with relevant workforce frameworks. Design and deliver workforce initiatives that respond to strategic priorities and emerging service needs. Work collaboratively with the Allied Health People Partner, management team, clinical leaders and discipline workforce leads to further strengthen a contemporary, capable and sustainable Allied Health workforce. Build strong relationships with Allied Health staff and teams to foster a positive workplace experience. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships that influence clinical practice and workforce innovation across Allied Health and multidisciplinary teams. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and professional excellence. Collaborate with Allied Health Managers and Education Leads to strengthen staff credentialing and competency frameworks. Contribute to the ongoing development of Allied Health staff and students across SVHM. The successful applicant will be employed under either the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Health Sector) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021–2026 or the Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021–2025. This position is classified as Grade 4. Your Contribution We are seeking a qualified Allied Health professional who: Is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or is eligible for membership with the relevant professional association for self-regulated Allied Health professions. Has completed, or is working towards, a relevant postgraduate qualification in health administration or a related discipline. Has extensive clinical and workforce leadership experience within the public healthcare system, with demonstrated expertise in strategic workforce planning, capability development and program evaluation. You will also demonstrate: A detailed understanding of Allied Health professional and clinical governance within a large healthcare organisation. Strong knowledge of the Victorian Health Workforce Strategy and other relevant workforce capability, wellbeing and workload management frameworks. Demonstrated experience leading the development and implementation of strategic workforce plans and initiatives. High-level consultation, coaching and project management skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and foster collaboration. A sound understanding of evidence-based practice and contemporary models of Allied Health care. Experience leading discipline-specific or interprofessional workforce initiatives. Excellent organisational, planning and problem-solving skills. The successful applicant will be required to undertake satisfactory National Police and NDIS Worker Screening Checks prior to appointment. About Allied Health at St Vincent's This fixed-term, 12-month position will support Allied Health staff across SVHM, including the Allied Health & Pharmacy Program, Health Independence Program, and St Vincent's Virtual and at Home program (excluding Mental Health). The Allied Health workforce comprises approximately 500 FTE (650 staff) working across multiple sites and programs. Based at our Fitzroy campus, this role will provide support across all SVHM sites and regular travel between locations will be required. What We Offer A healthy work-life balance, including a monthly Accrued Day Off for full-time employees. Flexible working arrangements and generous salary packaging benefits. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling and wellbeing support. A central Fitzroy location, close to Melbourne's CBD, public transport, cafes and parking options. Working at St Vincent's St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service providing a broad range of adult clinical services. Guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, we are committed to delivering outstanding care while fostering a supportive, inclusive and collaborative workplace. Application For further information about the role, please contact: Mel Gregory Director of Allied Health mel.gregory@svha.org.au Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. There is no requirement to address each of the key selection criteria individually. Shortlisting will commence as applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. Inclusion is central to our mission, and we value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. For further information about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment at St Vincent's, please visit our website. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate or minimise the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. As such, successful applicants may be required to provide evidence of mandatory immunisations, including annual influenza vaccination. Please contact us if you would like to know more about this opportunity. Position Description Position Purpose The Allied Health Workforce Advisor is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) Allied Health Workforce Roadmap. Working closely with Allied Health leaders, discipline-specific workforce leads, clinical educators and key stakeholders, the role will strengthen workforce capability across the Allied Health workforce, including Allied Health Assistants. The successful candidate will drive strategic workforce initiatives that enhance workforce experience, build capability and support innovative workforce models to ensure Allied Health at SVHM remains a contemporary, high-performing and employer of choice. The role will: Lead the development and implementation of the SVHM Allied Health Workforce Roadmap. Design workforce strategies that address current and future workforce needs, including attraction, recruitment, retention and career development. Support workforce capability by developing innovative workforce initiatives aligned with organisational priorities. Improve workforce performance through workforce data analysis, reporting and meaningful workforce metrics. Drive workforce innovation and change management across Allied Health. Ensure alignment between the Workforce Roadmap and the Allied Health Education and Research Roadmaps. Promote evidence-informed workforce planning and contemporary workforce models. Key Responsibilities The Allied Health Workforce Advisor will: Lead an assessment of current workforce profile and service performance to inform the development of the Allied Health Workforce Roadmap. Develop and implement the Allied Health Workforce Roadmap aligned with relevant workforce frameworks. Design and deliver workforce initiatives that respond to strategic priorities and emerging service needs. Work collaboratively with the Allied Health People Partner, management team, clinical leaders and discipline workforce leads to strengthen workforce capability across SVHM. Build positive relationships with Allied Health staff and teams to support an engaged and positive workforce culture. Develop strategic partnerships across Allied Health and multidisciplinary teams to influence workforce innovation and clinical practice. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, critical reflection and professional excellence. Collaborate with Allied Health Managers and Education Leads to strengthen credentialing, competency and capability frameworks. Support the ongoing development of Allied Health staff and students across SVHM. Leadership Expectations The successful candidate will: Provide expert leadership in Allied Health workforce strategy and capability development. Represent Allied Health on relevant committees, working groups and internal and external forums. Support strategic workforce planning and provide expert advice on Allied Health workforce matters. Champion contemporary workforce practices and contribute to a positive organisational culture. About You You will be a qualified Allied Health professional who: Is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or eligible for membership with the relevant professional association for self-regulated Allied Health professions. Has completed, or is working towards, postgraduate qualifications in health administration or a related discipline. Has extensive clinical and workforce leadership experience within the public healthcare system. Demonstrates expertise in strategic workforce planning, capability development and program evaluation. Has a strong understanding of Allied Health governance and contemporary workforce frameworks. Possesses excellent stakeholder engagement, coaching, project management and communication skills. Has experience leading strategic workforce initiatives across multidisciplinary environments. Working at St Vincent's As part of the Allied Health leadership team, you will demonstrate St Vincent's values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence while contributing to a collaborative, inclusive and innovative workplace culture. You will participate in quality improvement activities, maintain professional registration requirements and contribute to a safe, person-centred healthcare environment. Employment Requirements The successful applicant will be required to: Complete satisfactory National Police and, where applicable, NDIS Worker Screening Checks. Meet St Vincent's pre-employment health screening and immunisation requirements. Maintain all relevant professional registration and continuing professional development requirements. Comply with all St Vincent's policies, procedures and Code of Conduct. Closing Date: 15 July 2026 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of the Allied Health Workforce Roadmap to strengthen workforce capability and sustainability. Drive strategic initiatives and partnerships to support contemporary models of care and high-quality patient outcomes.