Administrative Support Officer- Mental Health Acute Inpatient Unit

Southwest Healthcare offers a dynamic and supportive environment where employees are valued and empowered to make a difference in the lives of the community. With a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care across a diverse range of services, we prioritise professional development, work-life balance, and a collaborative team culture.
Job Details
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Department: South West Healthcare
Work Type: Ongoing - Part Time
Job Function: Administration / Secretarial
Classification: As per advertisement
Work Location: Warrnambool
Reference: VG/1868176
Closing Date: 06-Jul-2025
Salary Range: As per advertisement
Job Duration: N/A
Attachments: MHAIU - Administrative Support Offficer .pdf (PDF, 144KB)
Position Description

Contact: Matt Lenehan Acting MHAIU Nurse Unit Manager
MLenehan2@swh.net.au

Position Details

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is on the lookout for a skilled and experienced Administrative Support Officer to be a key part of our Mental Health Acute Inpatient Unit. In this vital role, you'll provide essential administrative and reception support, ensuring our office operations run smoothly. Working alongside a dedicated healthcare team, with your efforts directly contributing to positive outcomes for our consumers.

Position overview

  • Employment Type:  Part-time (64 hours per fortnight), On-going position
  • Location: Warrnambool Campus
  • Classification: Administrative Grade 2
  • Salary Range: $72,269.60 pro rata, plus superannuation
  • This role has a seven-day roster, inclusive of weekends.

What you bring

The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining professional confidentiality and remaining customer focused at all times.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a range of computer skills.
  • Ability to work independently while managing and prioritising tasks
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with management, staff, and consumers.
  • Experience in medical records and a Certificate 3 in Office Administration (or equivalent) is a plus!
  • Knowledge of relevant MHWS computer programs and systems is desirable i.e. Mastercare, TRAK, CMI

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

  • Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
  • Internal and external professional development opportunities
  • A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
  • Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday, 06 July 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

 Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024 with the classification Administration Grade 2 with salary range $72,269.60

 The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

  • Police Record Check
  • Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
  • Current Immunisation status

 Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au


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