Administration AssistantCasual | Monday to SundayMental Health and Wellbeing ProgramExcellent team engagement | Employee assistance program to promote wellbeingEastern HealthEastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.The Mental Health and Wellbeing Program (MHWP) provides support to consumers in the Eastern suburbs, with focus on a holistic approach to treatment and recovery. Eastern Health MHWP operates in multiple locations, including (but not limited to); Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital, Peter James Centre, Ringwood Community Hub, Forest Hill & Carrington Road (Box Hill).About the roleAn opportunity exists for an appropriately experienced Administrative Assistant to work within the Mental Health and Wellbeing Program. Working across multiple sites, the position provides key support for clinical service delivery aimed at improving the mental health outcomes for people in our community. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the provision of high quality, professional service to consumers, their families and carers, and to clinical staff including timely data entry; records management; reception and a broad range of administrative tasks, as required.About youTo be successful in this role you will possess:a high level of demonstrated administrative experience and computer skillsoutstanding interpersonal skills, with an ability to liaise with consumers, staff and external stakeholders from varying backgroundsan ability to work autonomously, or as an affective member of a team, across sites as requireda professional attitude, with the ability to manage competing demands, often in a high-pressure environmentthe ability to manage high volume data entry and/or processinga calm demeanour with a logical perspective and the ability to be adapt quickly to a changing environmentHealthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the . Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.What we offerEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
Mentor and Shadowing program
Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
Study and professional development leave
Friendly & supportive teams
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Fitness Passport for work-life balance
Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
Access to Private Health Insurance offers
Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
Cafes at all of our Hospitals
Next StepsApply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.Good to know:
We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability - within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
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If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.Contact Person: Rachel PappasContact Number: 0407332347Job Posting End Date: 21/9/2025Need help submitting your application?Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)Our Values in Action:Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
