Music Therapist

• Fixed Term Part Time, 16 hours per fortnight until November 2027
• Located at Golf Links Road, Frankston
• Classification: Music Therapist Grade 3, Year 1 - Year 4 (LD8 - LD11)* plus super

 

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

 

The Team & Role

Join the Peninsula Health Palliative Care Unit, a modern purpose-built 12-bed facility in Frankston, dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support to people with advanced progressive life-threatening illness. As a Grade 3 Music Therapist, you will deliver a high-quality, evidence-based music therapy program that supports patients through music and therapeutic relationships to reduce pain and anxiety, enhance mood, and improve quality of life. Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will provide person-centred care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients and their loved ones, while contributing to quality improvement, education and evidence-based practice within the service.

 

Please click here  to see the Position Description.

 

Skills & Experience Required

• Current registration as a Music Therapist with Australian Music Therapy Association
• Demonstrated experience and ability to deliver individual and group music therapy programs in a palliative care setting
• Demonstrated experience in music therapy program design, implementation and evaluation
• High level of verbal and written communication skills appropriate for the purpose and intended audience
• Completed or demonstrated commitment to gaining relevant additional qualifications in related fields (desirable)

 

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

 

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Monique Brown, Monique.Brown@phcn.vic.gov.au.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Talent Acquisition Team at recruitmentandonboarding@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2700 (option 1).

The role ceases advertising on 2 Novemebr 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

  
Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.  

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/  

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.  For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. 

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.