Case Manager (Clinical Coordinator/Allied Health Professional)

About the role

At Western Health, we are committed to delivering the healthcare of the future while providing the best care for the people of the West. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Nurse or Allied Health Professional to join our Bed Based Transition Care Program (BB-TCP) at Williamstown Hospital.

The Case Manager role plays a pivotal role in supporting older people transitioning from hospital to the next stage of their care journey. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will coordinate complex care needs, facilitate discharge planning, and support consumers and their families to navigate community, aged care and residential care services.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior clinician who is passionate about aged care, care coordination, patient advocacy and improving health outcomes for older people.

Key

responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive holistic assessments of patients and their care needs.
• Coordinate complex discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Develop and monitor person-centred care plans and client goals.
• Facilitate access to community supports, aged care services and residential care pathways.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and specialist teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide expert clinical leadership, advice and support.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, evidence-based practice and service development.
• Advocate for patients, families and carers throughout their healthcare journey.

About you:

• Current registration as an Allied Health Professional or as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• A completed postgraduate qualification (certificate/diploma).
• A commitment to Western Health Care’s Values, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety.
• Experience working in a senior clinical role and a strong capability for providing healthcare education and mentoring.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, while actively collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver best patient care.
• Equipped with high-level verbal and written communication skills, alongside strong negotiation and analytical problem-solving abilities.

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About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Why join us?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about delivering the right care at the right time, empowering older people to achieve their goals, and working collaboratively to enhance patient experiences, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 22 October 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Andrea Locke on 0421 845 858 or [email protected].

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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