Health Care Worker, Blakiston Lodge Oak
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Job Category - Other Professionals - Aged Care
Req Id - 9798
Health Care Worker – Blakiston Lodge Oak
- Be part of a team who are focused on providing the highest quality patient-centred care
- Grow your skills at an organisation invested in your long-term development
- Permanent part-time positions available - apply now!
About the role
As a Health Care Worker in Blakiston Lodge you'll provide high quality care and services to all residents within the Specialist Dementia Care Program (SDCP). You'll provide transitional support and care for people living with very severe behavioural and psychological symptoms of Dementia, ensuring their safety, dignity, and wellbeing at every stage of care.
Key responsibilities
- Delivery of care and services as outlined in the resident care plan that is consistent with relevant standards and legislation and within scope of practice
- Make adjustments to care delivery and care plan to reflect residents current care requirements.
- Implement system changes that improve care and service delivery for all residents
What we’re looking for
- Certificate III or Certificate IV in Aged Care
- Sound literacy and documentation skills
- Good communication skills
- Valid NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- Experience in aged care or inpatient care, especially caring for people living with dementia
- Able to undertake shift work as required
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
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
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
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.
Contact person: Roz Nolan
Email: Roz.Nolan@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 15 October 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 One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.