Allied Health Clinical Educator - Mental Health

• Location: Sunshine Hospital 
• Employment Type: Fixed Term (12 months), Part Time (16 hours/week) 
• Salary: OT Grade 5, Clinical Educator Grade 5, SW Grade 5 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

The Allied Health Clinical Educator - Mental Health and Wellbeing is based within the Mental Health and Wellbeing Division and works in partnership with the Clinical Educators based within the ASPIRE Unit (Allied Health Strategy, Performance, Innovation, Research and Education) to design, formulate and deliver the Early Career Education programme for Allied Health staff within the Mental Health and Wellbeing Division.   

The role provides expert advice on workforce learning and development is responsible for the ongoing development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of Allied Health Mental Health Graduate and Transition programmes.    

Key responsibilities: 

• The MHWD education team is in the process of enhancing the programme to support centralised recruitment to early career positions. This role will assist with the first year of that process along with the planning, development and delivery of the early career programme.    
• Lead and coordinate (with peers as relevant) the development and implementation of methods to ensure that early career staff within the MHWD have an appropriate, measurable level of competence  
• Knowledge and adherence to relevant professional codes of ethics, and legislation, particularly the Mental Health & Wellbeing Act (2022)  
• In conjunction with the service manager ensure employees are appropriately directed and supported to deliver high quality client centred care in line with the ‘Best Care’ Framework 
• Lead and participate in the development, organisation and delivery of education programs for Western Health employees, external service providers and the community  
• In conjunction with service manager lead in the processes of recruitment, selection and retention of employees to meet client and service needs  

About you:

• Critical thinking skills 
• Broad systems and innovative thinking   
• Demonstrated high level open and effective communication (verbal, non-verbal, written and electronic) with consumers, other employees and service providers 
• The capacity to work independently and to deadlines within parameters delegated by manager/director  

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About Western Health 

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.   

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.  

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.  

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall. 

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact? 

If you’re passionate about providing best care, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts. 

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.  

Closing date: 11:59pm on 31 May 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Lindsay Vernon via Lindsay.Vernon2@wh.org.au or on 0432 889 453. 

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). 

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies. 

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