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We provide high-quality hospital care, residential aged care, disability services and community health services to more than 22,000 people in the West Wimmera region.

WWHS offers opportunities to apply for our Bursary Program, where contributions of up to 50% of a successful applications HECS/HELP debt are negotiable as part of the package.

The Graduate Nurse Program aims to facilitate the transition from student to Enrolled Nurse or Registered Nurse, providing the opportunity to enhance your nursing career, consolidate your nursing skills and provide an opportunity to experience different clinical areas.

Please refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required:

• Graduate Enrolled Nurse Position Desciption
• Graduate Registered Nurse Position Desciption

For all enquiries, please contact Jackie Arnel, Education Coordinator via email to education.department@wwhs.net.au

For further information, please see our Graduate Nurse Handbook. 

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Cheree Schneider, Executive Director of Clinical Services, via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

We are seeking passionate health care professionals in a full time, part time and casual capacity across our Hospitals and residential aged care facilities.

Our nursing services play an integral role in the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve.

We are always looking for people to join our team, who are passionate about customer care and excited by the opportunity to make a difference in remote and rural communities.

Positions are available to work at a variety of our acute and aged care facilities including;

• Iona Digby Harris Nursing Home
• Jeparit
• Kaniva
• Natimuk
• Nhill
• Rainbow
• Rupanyup

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required:

• Registered Nurse Position Description
• Enrolled Nurse Position Description
• Health Care Worker

For all enquiries, please contact Ms Cheree Schneider, Executive Director of Clinical Services, on (03) 5391 4222 or via email to cheree.schneider@wwhs.net.au

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Cheree Schneider, Executive Director of Clinical Services, via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

If you share our passion for people and are excited by the opportunity to make a difference in our organisation, we want you to join our team! 

We're seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual to join our People and Culture team as the Training Officer / Careers Advisor in a full time (fixed term) capacity!

• Provide essential training and assessment activities for employees
• Guide employees and support them in progressing through opportunities in line with their chosen career path.
• Assist with the coordination of, participate in and deliver various learning and developmental activities, workshops and seminars as required!
• Liaise with staff, schools, training providers to help support our current and potential future staff to progress in their chosen career path.

By supporting effective change management and working to build the knowledge, skills and abilities of all employees, our People and Culture Department works proactively to build a positive and adaptive workplace culture.

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

For all enquiries, please contact Taegan Jarred, Manager People and Culture via phone on (03) 5391 4211 or email taegan.jarred@wwhs.net.au

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Mr Darren Welsh, Executive Director of Quality and Safety, via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

 Applications close 5pm Wednesday 14 June 2023.

If you’re passionate about rural health...we want you!

Our nursing and community health services play an integral role in the health and overall wellbeing of our patients and the wider community.

We are looking for a passionate Community Health Nurse to join our team in Nhill in a part time capacity (24 hours per fortnight).

As a Community Health Nurse at WWHS, you will provide appropriate and efficient nursing services to Community Health Centre clients, assist with the co-ordinated care and provide appropriate referral internally and externally across a range of multi-disciplinary services.

Enjoy a varied and diverse role working across warm and welcoming communities, in a supportive team environment. 

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Alex Hall, Executive Director of Community Health via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

Applications close 5pm Friday June 16 2023

If you're passionate about health and wellbeing and want to make a difference in peoples’ lives, we want you to join our team!

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist (Grade 1 or Grade 2)  to join our team based in Nhill, who is committed to quality customer care and excited by the opportunity to be hands on in making a difference in our rural communities. 

This role offers a diverse workload as well as exciting professional development opportunities. You will provide occupational therapy services to people of all ages in our community health settings, acute inpatient wards and residential aged care facilities.

You will be supported not only by the occupational therapy team, but also by the large multidisciplinary team of Allied Health Professionals who work at West Wimmera Health Service. These include Physiotherapists, Podiatrists, Dietitians, Diabetes Educators, Social Workers, Exercise Physiologists and Allied Health Assistants.

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the relvant position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required:

Grade 1 Position Description

Grade 2 Position Description

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Alex Hall, Executive Director of Community Health via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

West Wimmera Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a Dental Assistant to join our team!

Based in the Nhill Dental Clinic on a casual basis, you will provide the efficient delivery of public and private dental services at West Wimmera Health Service.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders including contractors, consultants, the community and many more!
• Achieve the highest standard of patient care through supporting Dental Clinicians in line with relevant policies.
• Provide the appropriate and efficient delivery of public and private dental services.

To be considered for this role, you will:

• Demonstrate a high level of clinical competence and initiative
• Demonstrate knowledge of dental public health promotion principles.
• It is desirable that candidates possess a recognised Dental Assistant Certificate of Accreditation and Badge issues but the Council of Australian Dental Association or equivalent.

To view a copy of the position description, click here!

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Alex Hall, Executive Director of Community Health via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

Applications close 5pm Friday June 16 2023

West Wimmera Health Service are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our Social Support team on a part time basis.

About the role:
Our bright and enthusiastic Social Support team plan and run group activity sessions, regular outings, and the daily administration of our inclusive and engaging programs. These activity-based groups enable people to live inclusively and maximise their social connections, through a wide variety of interests. 

Our programs are designed to cater for everyone's needs, so each person can enjoy great company, connect with people and have fun!

This is a rewarding and diverse role! You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with our social support participants to design and achieve individualised, engaging activities in a friendly and social environment.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Assist in delivering quality services for Social Support group sessions.
• Provide care and supervision to clients in line with the promotion of an independent living environment.

To be considered for these roles, you will:

• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Hold a Victorian driver's license.
• Obtain a Victorian Taxi Directorate within 3 months of employment at WWHS, at your own cost.
• It is desirable, but not essential that candidates have previous experience in roles such as an Activity Supervisor, Nurse, Personal Care worker or Allied Health Assistant. 

To view a copy of the position description, click here!

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Alex Hall, Executive Director of Community Health via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

Applications close 5pm Friday June 16 2023

If you're passionate about health and wellbeing and want to make a difference in peoples’ lives, we want you to join our team!

We are seeking a Podiatrist to join our team in a full time or part time capacity based in Nhill, who is committed to quality customer care and excited by the opportunity to make a difference in our rural communities. 

This role offers a diverse workload as well as exciting professional development opportunities. You will provide podiatry services to people of all ages in our community health settings, acute inpatient wards and residential aged care facilities.

You will be supported not only by the podiatry team, but also by the large multidisciplinary team of Allied Health Professionals who work at West Wimmera Health Service. These include Physiotherapists, Podiatrists, Dietitians, Diabetes Educators, Social Workers, Exercise Physiologists and Allied Health Assistants.

To view a copy of the position description, click here!

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Alex Hall, Executive Director of Community Health via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

If you’re passionate about great food and hospitality...we want you!

Our catering services play an integral role in the health, wellbeing and experience of our customers.

We are looking for an inidivudal to join our team as the Chef in Charge in a full time or part time capacity. 

Based at our Rupanyup site, you will manager all Hospitality and Environmental Services staff across the Rupanyup, Miniyip and Murtoa campuses.

You will be responsible of the running of the kitchen and provide guidance to other team members of the department. You will work in collaboration with our professional catering team to prepare quality meals for our patients and residents as well as maintaining a clean and safe environment.

The Chef in Charge manages all aspects of menu planning, food preparation, serving, supply and storage of food.

Good communication and team skills are necessary to successfully fullfil this role.

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

For all enquiries, please contact Mrs Yvonne Jones, Hospitality and Environmental Services Manager on (03) 5391 4278 or via email to yvonne.jones@wwhs.net.au.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Mrs Yvonne Jones, Hospitality & Environmental Services Manager via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing the 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objective of the role.

Applications close 5pm Friday 23 June 2023

If you’re passionate about great food and hospitality...we want you!

Good quality food and meal preparation play an integral role in the health, wellbeing and experience of our customers.

We are seeking a Cook/Chef to work at our Nhill site in a full time or part time capacity.

If you are someone who has a passion to prepare quality meals for our customers and assist with coordination and planning to provide a quality experience, this is the role for you.

Good communication and team skills are necessary to successfully fulfil this role.

Further Information:

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

For all enquiries, please contact Mrs Yvonne Jones, Hospitality and Environmental Services Manager via email to yvonne.jones@wwhs.net.au.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Mrs Yvonne Jones, Hospitality & Environmental Services Manager via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing the 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objective of the role.

Applications close 5pm Friday 23 June 2023

If you’re passionate about rural health...we want you!

Our nursing and aged care services play an integral role in the health and overall wellbeing of our customers and the wider community.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to work as ANUM in a full time or part time capacity in the Nhill Acute ward, who is passionate about customer care and excited by the opportunity to make a difference in remote and rural communities. 

Work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing and the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate and foster the provision of best practice care to patients, residents, their families and carer’s.

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

For all enquiries, please contact Cheree Schneider, Executive Director of Clinical Services via email to cheree.schneider@wwhs.net.au

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Cheree Schneider, Executive Director of Clinical Services, via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selectrion Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

Applications close at 5pm Tuesday 20 June 2023

If you’re passionate about rural health...we want you!

• Join a fantastic team with a variety of nursing scope.
• Embrace the best of regional Victoria.
• Make a difference working in a highly supportive culture.

Our nursing and aged care services play an integral role in the health and overall wellbeing of our customers and the wider community.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to work as an ANUM in a full time or part time capacity, who are passionate about customer care and excited by the opportunity to make a difference in remote and rural communities. 

You will work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing and the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate and foster the provision of best practice care to patients, residents, their families and carers.

Enjoy a varied and diverse role working across both acute and aged care settings at our Rainbow campus, as part of a welcoming team.

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

For all enquiries, please contact Ms Angela Naylor, Rainbow Director of Nursing on (03) 5396 3320 or via email to angela.naylor@wwhs.net.au.

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Cheree Schneider, Executive Director of Clinical Services, via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

Applications close at 5pm Friday 30 June 2023 

If you’re passionate about rural health…we want you!

West Wimmera Health Service is seeking a Director of Nursing in a full time capacity at our Nhill campus.

The position will ensure effective and sustainable operational performance through exceptional leadership, team management and continuous quality improvement to guarantee the provision of quality and safe care for patients and residents.

The Director of Nursing Nhill, will have strong communication and interpersonal skills to lead the
clinical staff and engage with all stakeholders whilst meeting all regulatory, accreditation compliance and legislative requirements.

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

For all enquiries, please contact Ms Cheree Schneider, Executive Director of Clinical Services on (03) 5391 4227 or via email to cheree.schneider@wwhs.net.au.

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Cheree Schneider, Executive Director of Clinical Services, via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

Applications close 5pm Monday 12 June 2023

If you’re passionate about great food and hospitality...we want you!

Our food and cleaning services play an integral role in the health, wellbeing and experience of our customers.

We are seeking Hospitality and Environmental Services Assistants to work on a part time or casual basis at our Nhill, Rainbow or Jeparit sites. You will work alongside our professional catering team to prepare quality meals for our customers, and help to maintain a clean and safe environment.

This is a great opportunity to utilise and grow various skills including communication and team work. 

Further Information

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

For all enquiries, please contact Ms Yvonne Jones, Hospitality and Environmental Services Manager via email to yvonne.jones@wwhs.net.au.

How to apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Ms Yvonne Jones, Hospitality and Environmental Services Manager, via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing each 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objectives of the role

If you’re passionate about great food and hospitality...we want you!

Good quality food and meal preparation play an integral role in the health, wellbeing and experience of our customers.

We are seeking a Cook or Chef to work at our Natimuk site in a a permanent part time or casual basis.

If you are someone who has a passion to prepare quality meals for our customers and assist with coordination and planning to provide a quality experience, this is the role for you.

Good communication and team skills are necessary to successfully fulfil this role.

Further Information:

Applicants should refer to the position description below for a full description of the role and the relevant skills and experience required.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please click here.

For all enquiries, please contact Mrs Yvonne Jones, Hospitality and Environmental Services Manager via email to yvonne.jones@wwhs.net.au.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following required documents to Mrs Yvonne Jones, Hospitality & Environmental Services Manager via email to careers@wwhs.net.au:

• Cover Letter
• Resume, including three professional referees
• Document addressing the 'Key Selection Criteria' clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the objective of the role.