Allied Health Director - Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care

Job Description

Allied Health Director - Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Job no: 892936Work type: Full timeLocation: Adelaide Metro NorthernCategories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Modbury Hospital – Modbury Salary: $127,346 - $139,281 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP5 Ongoing Full-Time About the Role: The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking an Allied Health Director to join our team within the Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Division. The Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Division provides a range of innovative in-hospital, community and outpatient services to the community of northern Adelaide. As a continually innovating division dedicated to meeting the needs of an increasingly complex and diverse population, ACRPC offers opportunities to contribute to services at different stages of the patient journey. ACRPC values staff wellbeing, high quality and dynamic multidisciplinary care, innovation and the consumer experience. In this position, you will be responsible for leading a team of dedicated multidisciplinary professionals, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient-centred care across the continuum of aged care, rehabilitation, palliative care, hospital in the home and intellectual disability health services. Your leadership and expertise will be instrumental in driving innovative and evidence-based practices, fostering a collaborative environment and championing the well-being of both patients and staff.As the Allied Health Director, you will work as part of a leadership team to oversee the operational management and contribute to the strategic direction of our services, while also actively participating in the development and implementation of policies and initiatives that shape the future of healthcare in South Australia. Your passion for continuous improvement and your commitment to providing the highest quality of care will be key to your success in this role. Minimum Requirements: To be eligible for this position, you must hold an appropriate tertiary qualification in an Allied Health discipline from a recognised tertiary institution resulting in registration or giving eligibility for membership with the professional association. Must hold higher qualifications meeting requirements of the classification. About You: Are you dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team delivering high quality care to the community? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you. This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture. If you are an experienced allied health professional with a proven track record of leadership, innovation and a deep commitment to aged care, rehabilitation and palliative care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional healthcare and make a lasting positive impact on the lives of our patients and the community. About Adelaide: Adelaide is consistently recognised as a city that artfully combines its compact charm and world-class cuisine with picturesque nature escapes. Ranked one of the worlds “Most Liveable Cities” and “Most Beautiful Cities”, Adelaide provides something for everyone combining a wonderful mix of nature with nearby beaches, rolling hills and wildlife; culinary delights with fine dining restaurants, award-winning cafes, bustling food markets and booming boutique bars; world-wide sporting events like the LIV Golf and SANTOS Tour Down Under; and artistic festivals such as the Adelaide Fringe and the Adelaide Cabaret Festival. About NALHN: The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes. At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows. Benefits of working at NALHN: From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network. Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas. NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions. The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check. Check(s): DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. Immunisation Risk for this position is: Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 892936 Enquiries: Office of Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Phone: (08) 7321 4232 E-mail: Application Closing Date: 7 March 2025 – 11.55PM Role Description and Further Information: 892936 - Allied Health Director - Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care - AHP5 - role description.pdf * Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information. Advertised: 21 Feb 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight TimeApplications close: 07 Mar 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr