Dietician | Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC)
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 15.20
Job Category - Allied Health Professional (generic)
Req Id - 8012
- Join an internationally recognised leader in public mental health care.
- Be part of a brand-new Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC) service.
- Support youth recovery through nutrition, wellbeing and physical health.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Grade 3 Dietitian to join Barwon Health's newly established Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC) service. This innovative 10-bed residential program provides recovery-oriented, trauma-informed mental health support for young people aged 16–25 years as an alternative to hospital admission or as a supported transition from inpatient care back into the community.
YPARC delivers care within a 24/7 supported, home-like environment focused on functional recovery, independence, wellbeing and meaningful community connection. Bringing together clinical, psychosocial rehabilitation and lived experience approaches, the service supports young people to build confidence, strengthen daily living skills and achieve their personal recovery goals.
As a senior member of the multidisciplinary therapeutic team, the Dietitian provides specialist nutrition assessment, therapeutic meal-based interventions, education and physical health optimisation. Working collaboratively with nursing, psychosocial rehabilitation workers, peer workers, community case managers and external providers, the Dietitian contributes to comprehensive assessment, recovery planning, service development and workforce capability building.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver advanced nutrition assessment, therapeutic interventions and education to support physical health, wellbeing and recovery outcomes.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary assessment, recovery planning, risk review processes and care coordination for young people accessing YPARC.
- Provide discipline-specific leadership through secondary consultation, service development and capacity building across the YPARC workforce.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking a skilled and recovery-focused Dietitian who is passionate about supporting young people experiencing mental ill-health. You will bring strong clinical expertise, an understanding of the relationship between physical and mental health, and a commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed care.
You will also demonstrate:
- Eligibility for Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) status and membership with Dietitians Australia.
- Experience in mental health, youth health, community health or complex care settings.
- Strong skills in nutrition assessment, therapeutic intervention and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- An understanding of the impact of trauma, medication, social disadvantage and physical health factors on recovery.
- The ability to engage effectively with young people, families, carers and a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive professional development opportunities
- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
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Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.
Contact person: Lily Rodriguez | Nurse Unit Manager | YPARC
Email: lilian.rodriguez@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: 0401 560 860
Application closing date: Friday 10, July 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the Employee Login on the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page through the intranet before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.