Careers

Careers

at Yackandandah Health

Yackandandah Health is a great place to work. Employment opportunities within Yackandandah Health are varied in opportunity and frequency and cover full-time, part-time, casual, permanent and fixed term roles as well as being spread across the variety of roles within the service.

We offer generous salary packaging entitlements, a commitment to personal and professional development and the chance to work in an environment which is friendly and people focused.

Yackandandah Health is committed to providing a safe work environment and supports the ongoing professional development for our staff.

Applications for jobs can be:

Hand delivered to
Administration – 20 Isaacs Avenue, Yackandandah.

Emailed to
info@yackhealth.com.au

Posted to
Human Resources Department, Yackandandah Health
PO Box 24, Yackandandah Vic 3749

Positions Vacant

PLEASE NOTE

All new employees to Yackandandah Health are required to provide a current National Police Check.

If you think you have what it takes to help make this an even better health service, we would love to hear from you. Contact us today.

Volunteer

at Yackandandah Health

Yackandandah Health has a thriving volunteer community. We have volunteers serving in a diverse range of programs and we are always interested in hearing from members of the community who are seeking a fulfilling volunteer role.

Essential Elements of Volunteering

The essential elements of volunteering include providing a service to the community because you want to, without monetary reward. Volunteering is all about gaining a sense of satisfaction by helping others and having fun at the same time. It is also a valuable opportunity to learn new and important life skills.

Volunteers from the community are currently needed in all our program areas. We can link you to the right program to use your talents. Contact us for more information.

Types of volunteer roles include:

SPECIAL PROJECTS
  • For people interested in a short-term commitment
  • Aged Services volunteer – spare half an hour or more to have a chat with a resident.
PASTORAL CARE

Develop a longer-term friendship with one of our residents.

LIFESTYLE & LEISURE

Want to share your talent, interest, craft or other skill with a resident?

DRIVERS

Use our vehicle to drive residents to appointments.

GARDENING

Work with our residents and gardener.

Requirements of a Volunteer
  • 16 years and older (anyone under 18 must have permission from a parent or guardian).
  • Undergo a National Volunteer Police Check - paid for by Yackandandah Health.
  • Commit to a minimum of six months service and a minimum of 3 hours a fortnight.
  • Complete relevant orientation and training.
  • Sign and agree to our confidentiality agreement.
  • Keep us updated with any changes in availability or contact details.
  • Insurance for volunteers is held by the organisation - volunteers are encouraged to find out details.
  • Currently insurance for volunteers over 80 years of age is limited.
How to apply to be a Volunteer with Yackandandah Health:

The service and support provided by our volunteers is greatly valued by our residents, their families and staff. It also benefits our volunteers, who report that they also enjoy their role.

If you are interested in a volunteer role with Yackandandah Health, please contact us, we would love to hear from you!

Volunteer Application Form

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