Community Paramedic

At North Richmond Community Health (NRCH) we are proud to deliver courageous health and community services that collaboratively address health inequity. We nurture a workforce that is passionate and diverse, with shared values and a strong commitment to making positive health impacts within the heart of North Richmond. With access to a variety of flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing activities and a rich learning environment, our team members are consistently able to deepen their expertise by being part of impactful and world recognised community health solutions.

• Generous salary packaging options
• Part Time (.6 FTE) (22.8 Hours per week) - Fixed Term to 5 March 2027
• Strong connection to community and innovation

About the role

The Community Paramedic acts as a visible and approachable first point of contact within the Community Hub, providing triage, assessment, short term intervention and referral through a no wrong door model. The role supports community members experiencing barriers to healthcare, reduces avoidable emergency department presentations, and contributes to the development of community paramedicine within a community health setting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide primary health care within scope of practice in community settings, with a focus on priority cohorts
• Deliver drop in clinics including triage, assessment, short term intervention and referral pathways
• Support implementation of funded programs including the Community Health Seniors Lifestyle Victoria Program and emerging initiatives
• Participate in design and delivery of new program offerings such as falls prevention and ageing well initiatives
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including lived experience workers and interpreters
• Build trusting relationships with community members, particularly residents experiencing health inequities
• Contribute to culturally safe, inclusive and accessible service delivery
• Support the development and sustainability of the Community Paramedicine model at NRCH
• Monitor and reassess clients and maintain accurate clinical documentation using digital health systems
• Participate in program reporting, evaluation and continuous quality improvement activities
• Engage in community outreach, partnerships and promotional activities relevant to the Community Hub

About you

You are a community focused paramedic who is passionate about improving health equity and building meaningful connections with diverse communities.

You will bring:

• AHPRA registration and relevant qualification in Paramedicine
• Current Driver Licence
• Understanding of the Social Determinants of Health and their impact on health equity
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships with community members
• Experience in community health or community paramedicine models (desirable)

Why join us?

At NRCH, you’ll be part of a team that’s making a tangible difference in people’s lives. You’ll enjoy:

A supportive, values driven culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Generous salary packaging and flexible working arrangements.
Free On Site Car Parking
The chance to help shape the future of a respected community health organisation.

Closing Date: 9 March