Intake Worker, Primary Care

Key responsibilities 

• Provide consumer-centred care and referral management by conducting comprehensive screening, identifying client needs, prioritising referrals, and ensuring timely access to appropriate services in line with clinical guidelines and scope of practice.


• Deliver high-quality, safe, and effective services by adhering to Barwon Health policies, procedures, clinical standards, health literacy principles, and relevant legislative and professional requirements.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to support coordinated care, effective communication, service accessibility, and positive consumer outcomes.


• Contribute to service improvement and professional development through participation in quality improvement activities, reflective practice, evidence-based care, and ongoing learning to enhance service delivery.

What we’re looking for 

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral Degree in Nursing or an Allied Health discipline, with current AHPRA registration (where applicable) and experience consistent with the relevant Award/Agreement classification requirements.


• Demonstrated clinical expertise, independent practice capability, and commitment to ongoing professional development, reflective practice, and evidence-based care.


• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, resolve conflicts, influence outcomes, and facilitate open discussions.


• Demonstrated proficiency in information technology systems, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and commitment to delivering inclusive, culturally safe care aligned with Barwon Health values.

Position Description 

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. 

Barwon Health staff benefits 

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  Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction 

  
  

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  A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program 

  
  

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  Extensive professional development opportunities 

  
  

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  Attractive salary packaging benefits 

  
  

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  Living expenses capped at $9,010 

  
  

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  Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 

  
  

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here 

Diversity and inclusion 

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. 

Child safety 

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards 

Additional information 

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] 

All appointments are subject to: 

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  Satisfactory Police Record Check 

  
  

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  Immunisation Status Clearance 

  
  

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  Working with Children Check (if applicable) 

  
  

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.