Disability Services Lead, Allied Health Grade 3

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Limited Term Part Time, 32 hours per fortnight until Jan 2027
• Located at Peninsula University Hospital, Frankston
• Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 3 Year 1 - 4 (VG10 - VG13*) or Social Worker Grade 3 Year 1 - 4 (SC40 - SC52*) plus super

The Team & Role

In your role as the Disability Services Team Clinical Lead you will play a vital role in providing specialised support for people with disabilities (PWD) who are connected to our health service. This role will be the primary point of contact for individuals with disabilities, ensuring they receive timely and appropriate access to health and disability supports in both inpatient and community settings.

The Disability Services Team Clinical Lead will focus on navigating the complexities of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and addressing the unique needs of individuals with complex disabilities through comprehensive assessments, advocacy, and transdisciplinary guidance. As the Disability Services Clinical Lead you will collaborate closely with health service teams to champion and support the implementation of systemic health service improvements, in line with the goals outlined in the Inclusive Victoria: State Disability Plan 2022-2026 and the Peninsula Health Disability Action Plan 2023-2025.

You will play a critical role in integrating these strategic frameworks into daily practices, ensuring that our health service embraces inclusivity and accessibility. Through your leadership and advocacy, you will help build a disability-confident workforce, strengthen partnerships with stakeholders, and promote co-design with PWD to create meaningful and sustainable improvements in healthcare delivery for individuals with disabilities.

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Skills & Experience Required

• A relevant graduate qualification in Allied Health and current APHRA registration.\
• High level understanding and experience of working with PWD and the NDIS and health interface
• Skills and experience navigating complex systems for people with a disability who present with a broad range of needs
• Established skills in completing holistic assessments with a functional impact focus
• Highly-developed communication, report writing and interpersonal skills
• Experience with change management and stakeholder engagement, including a demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders both within and external to an organisation.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and the internet
• Demonstrated experience in project delivery including evaluation processes and the ability to maintain accurate records for reporting and future planning purposes.
• Eligibility for registration with AHPRA or other regulatory bodies. Compliance documents: tertiary qualification, Working with Children Check, and National Police Check.

Benefits

• Leave Entitlements, Paid Superannuation and Tax benefits
• Be part of an innovative and dynamic team that lead NDIS assessment and support within a major public health service.
• Flexible work conditions including the ability to work from home as well as the office
• Fun, friendly and supportive team with professional development opportunities
• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport

Next Steps

For role specific information please contact Sophia Westphal, Disability Services Lead on 0404 875 ***.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Talent Acquisition Team at ***************@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2*** (option 1).

The role ceases advertising on 24 August 2026. Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.