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Vacancies

Applying for any of our vacancies is simple.

  1.  To view the vacancy information and download the position description click ‘apply’.
  2. Complete the online application questions and upload your cover letter and CV.
  3. Submit. You’ll receive an email from us confirming your application has been received.

In your cover letter ensure that you:

  • Clearly explain how your personal values, knowledge and experience align with the key selection criteria in the position description and Ballarat Community Health’s purpose.
  • Outline how the role fits with your current career aspirations.

You don’t need to provide individual responses against each of the key selection criteria.

Why BCH?

At BCH we strive to cater for the health and wellbeing of every person in our community at every stage of their life. We don’t just put a bandaid on an issue: we’re about health promotion, as well as illness prevention, treatment and recovery. We strive for high quality, flexible and responsive service delivery.

BCH recognises and celebrates the diversity of the community within which we work.  We acknowledge the first peoples of Australia and their unique contribution. We welcome and work with people of all ages and health status, of all races, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious, cultural and linguistic backgrounds and financial status.

We’re regularly searching for great people to join our team and help us to continually deliver the best possible care to our community. Check out our job vacancies below.

Staff benefits

There are many benefits to working at Ballarat Community Health, including:

We offer a generous and thoughtfully structured range of benefits designed to support the wellbeing, development, and professional satisfaction of our team.

Salaries are highly competitive and aligned with all relevant awards and certified agreements. Employees can also access exceptional salary packaging options, including up to $16,000 in general allowances and an additional $2,800 per year allocated to meals and entertainment. Our workplace culture has consistently been rated as a culture of success across four independent staff surveys, reflecting a strong, supportive environment that values collaboration and achievement.

We are committed to ongoing professional growth, offering comprehensive training opportunities and regular supervision and performance development meetings. Staff wellbeing is a priority, with health initiatives such as flu vaccinations and quit-smoking support, as well as access to a confidential employee support program.

The workplace is family- and lifestyle-friendly, offering flexibility where possible, and providing a breastfeeding-friendly environment. Our teams are multidisciplinary and diverse, fostering a rich exchange of skills and perspectives in a collaborative setting. The social environment is warm and inclusive, supported by a vibrant staff social club.

For those living locally, the commute is short and hassle-free, with free parking available on site. Workspaces are modern, bright, and designed to promote both comfort and productivity, creating a space where staff feel motivated and valued.