Dietitian Grade 3 - Statewide Services

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent Part Time (0.5 EFT / 40 Hours)
• Salary Package: $55k - $65k + Superannuation
• Ngamai Wilam, 28 Adelaide Street Armadale, Vic 
• Frequent professional supervision and regular professional development opportunties

About us

AMAH State-wide Services include WREN- Women’s Recovery Network Ramsay Albert Road Clinic; Ngami Wilam - Residential Eating Disorders Treatment Centre in Armadale; and the Lived Experience Residential Service. AMAH also works in partnership with local non-government and social support agencies. Our mission in AMAH is to enable people of all ages to lead their own meaningful and purposeful lives by providing innovative, compassionate, and collaborative mental health and wellbeing treatment, care and support. AMAH actively encourages applications from members of the LGBTIQA+, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities and those with lived and living experience in areas in which we work. We work to address barriers in full participation.

Ngamai Wilam is a newly built 12-bed residential eating disorder treatment facility in Armadale, set to open in May 2025. Jointly funded by the Australian Federal Government and the Victorian Government, this specialist statewide service will be managed by Alfred Health.

Ngamai Wilam provides 24/7 trauma-informed, recovery-focused care for adults aged 18 and over in a gender-inclusive, home-like therapeutic environment. With a strong emphasis on family and chosen supports, our team is dedicated to person-centred care that promotes long-term recovery.

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive orientation and education – We’ll equip you with the skills and confidence to excel.
• Be part of a brand-new, purpose-built service – Shape the future of a pioneering residential program.
• Specialist statewide service – Operated by Alfred Health in collaboration with key stakeholders, including Eating Disorders Victoria.
• Ongoing professional development & supervision – Structured learning and reflective practice to support career growth.
• Great staff benefits – Including Fitness Passport (subsidised gym membership), salary packaging, flexible health insurance options, and discounted childcare services.

About the role

You will lead and develop nutrition services at Ngamai Wilam Residential Eating Disorder Treatment Centre and support the growth of eating disorder services within AMAH. Collaborating with key stakeholders, you will guide dietitians, mental health clinicians, and support staff in establishing dietetic care models and improving food services at Ngamai Wilam. You will provide clinical nutrition expertise, including individual and group services, health promotion, and consultation to mental health staff. The role involves identifying staff learning needs, developing strategies, and creating policies and guidelines. You will also supervise junior dietitians, educate students, and contribute to the development of the discipline both at Ngamai Wilam and Alfred Health. Additionally, you will oversee nutrition quality activities, research, and program evaluation, ensuring effective leadership, teamwork, and communication. As a senior member of the Nutrition Department, you will help implement quality improvements aligned with Alfred Health’s strategic goals.

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Nutrition and Dietetics or equivalent
• Eligibility for DA membership · Current Accredited Practising Dietitian Status or willingness to regain APD status (at own expenses) Eligibility to be a Certified Accredited Practising Dietitian
• Post graduate qualifications or working towards post-graduate qualifications
• Minimum of seven years’ post graduate clinical experience for Grade 3
• Credentialed Eating Disordered Clinician
• Extensive experience in the application of Dietetics in practice in across mental health services
• Experience in the effective delivery of services Dietetics for those experiencing mental illness including eating disorders
• Australian working rights and current Influenza vaccination

What's in it for you

Portable long service leave from other public health services, Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment, Located close to public transport and cafes, Great employment benefits as part of Alfred Health - Wellbeing initiatives, car parking (subject to availability), onsite gym and childcare services nearby at The Alfred.

Interested? Apply Now!

If you're excited about the opportunity to be part of a pioneering service from the very beginning, click APPLY to submit your resume and cover letter.

NOTE: Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Any queries please contact Emily Stowell, Operations Manager on [email protected]

Applications Close at 11.00 pm on Tuesday 13th of May 2025

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au