Health Assistant - GAP Year Program

Reference Number: 2086

Job Title: Health Assistant - GAP Year Program 

Employment Type: Fixed Term Full Time until December 2026                                                              

Hours per Fortnight: 76

Classification: Grade 1A (HS1A), Grade 1 (HS1; HS14 - HS17), (Allied Health Assistant Grade 1 (IN28), 

Location: Graham Street 

Closing date: 05/10/2025

For a confidential conversation please contact: michael.reed@gvhealth.org.au
 

About GV Health:

At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.

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Our region:

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About the role:

Goulburn Valley Health has a range of opportunities for students who have completed their secondary schooling in 2025 to work as part of our Gap Year Program. We have opportunities to join either our Allied Health or Health Administration workforce over the course of a 12-month work and learning experience.

Your experience with Goulburn Valley Health will have wraparound support, whether through your manager, Organisational Development or regular catch ups with your Gap Year peers. We also offer a stream for students who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to join our team in a culturally safe and supported environment.

We are looking for:

• Students who have completed either their Year 12 VCE or VCAL in 2025 and are interested in a career in Health
• Commitment to studying and completing a Certificate IV in Health Administration or Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance
• A good level of interpersonal skills and teamwork skills, alongside communicating well with colleagues, patients and families.

Please address the following in your cover letter:

1. Which stream are you interested in? (Allied Health or Health Administration or both)
2. Why do you want to be a part of GV Health’s Gap Year Program?
3. What do you hope to gain from taking part in GV Health’s Gap Year Program?
4. What skills do you feel you can bring into the Program?
5. What you hope to learn over the course of the year?

Position Description: Allied Health Assistant OR Health Administration Assistant

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'

Why work at GV Health?

• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Support to complete your Certificate Qualification while working and at no expense to you
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. 

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. 

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.