Portland District Health

30/04/2026

Next Tuesday! Limited places left

FREE Su***de Prevention Skills Training for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Members

SafeYARN is an Indigenous-specific workshop that helps community learn how to reach out and support someone who may be thinking of su***de.

This 4.5 hour workshop is being offered for free to local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members, in partnership with Dhauwurd Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Service, Winda Mara Aboriginal Corporation and Rotary.

It focuses on culture and connection to Country, and is designed to teach community the skills to be able to support someone who may be thinking of su***de.

Participants will learn how to recognise a person having thoughts of su***de, engage that person, and connect them to help and safety.

📅Tuesday 5th May
🕙10am - 2:30pm (Lunch provided)
📌Nootyoong Mara Cultural Healing Centre (DWECH), 90 Julia Street, Portland

🌟Registrations are essential. Register through the following link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/safeyarn-su***de-prevention-skills-training-tickets-1985421163145?aff=oddtdtcreator

29/04/2026

ENROLLED NURSE - HARBOURSIDE LODGE
Reference No.: ENHSLJ20202310
https://pdh.net.au/positions-vacant/
Ongoing Part Time – up to 76 hours per fortnight

An exciting and rewarding opportunity is available for a suitably qualified Enrolled Nurse to join the Harbourside Lodge team.
You are responsible for delivering safe and effective personal care and clinical care, in accordance with the consumer’s needs, goals and preferences to optimise their health and well-being.
You contribute to an environment that is conducive to person centred care which fosters a culture of consumer engagement and partnership.

28/04/2026

Swap and share your excess produce every Thursday at the Fresh Food Swap 🥒🍎

Pop in to the Portland Library between 10am and 12pm, or stay for a chat, meet like-minded community members and pick up some gardening tips and tricks along the way.

Fruit, veg, herbs, seeds and seedlings, jams and chutneys, flowers, eggs, honey and recipes are all welcome.

If you have any questions, please contact the Health Promotion Team at healthpromotion.pdh@swarh.vic.gov.au or 5522 1197

27/04/2026

SONOGRAPHER
Reference No.: SONY11022011
https://pdh.net.au/positions-vacant/
Ongoing Full Time - 80 hours per fortnight plus monthly ADO

Portland District Health is expanding our friendly team and are seeking a suitably qualified general Sonographer. If you are a positive, enthusiastic and motivated individual seeking a diverse clinical load then we have the job for you.
About the role:
Grade 3 classification
Work as part of a highly professional multidisciplinary team.
Opportunity to work across sonography and radiography if desired.

25/04/2026

MEDICAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGIST
Reference No.: MITY11032005
https://pdh.net.au/positions-vacant/
Ongoing Full-time | Part-time/Casual will be considered – up to 80 hrs per fortnight

We are expanding our friendly team and are seeking a suitably qualified Medical Imaging Technologist. If you are a positive, enthusiastic and motivated individual seeking a diverse clinical load then we have the job for you.

About the role:
Grade 2 classification
Work across multiple modalities including General X-ray, CT, Theatre and Mammography.
Modern equipment including DR, CT, US, CBCT, DEXA and 3D Mammography.
Rotating roster including shift and on-call.
Enjoy fantastic sea views from the Medical Imaging Department.
Earn ADO’s and take a paid day off per month.

25/04/2026

We remember those on ANZAC Day.... In the early morning, just before sun-up and while the sky is still grey, we silently remember the fallen and the wounded on ANZAC Day. Those who fought for our allied countries, both here and on foreign shores – those killed, wounded and all returned service personnel in all the world wars; service men and women of every distinction and all ranks... we give you all our heartfelt gratitude and our sincere thanks.
ANZAC Day is a day to remember the mates who were left behind, all service personnel who returned home injured, shell shocked or blind, and also those psychologically scarred by the bloody battlefield – their experiences are too horrific to be discussed or revealed.... As a nation we are united by tragedies and terrible loss, and each year we stand together under the Great Southern Cross.
The tragic loss of so many lives – soldiers, sailors, airmen and nurses, causing broken hearts and grief that time never reimburses... all leaving behind a bereaved mother, father, a distraught husband or wife, forever destined to mourn the terrible loss of their precious one’s life. They perished on our home shores and across the vast sea and allowed us to live in this great land of the lucky and free.
They are not forgotten or overlooked by the passing of the years... silently we stand and remember them as the sun slowly appears. And as the bugle plays “The Last Post” and we humbly watch the dawn break, we appreciate how courageous they were when our freedom was at stake. They were people – much loved and full of life when they answered the call, on April 25th each and every year, we will remember them all.

Trish Reeves

23/04/2026

HEALTH CARE WORKER - COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Reference No.: HCWCSJ50802502
Fixed Term Part Time – 12 - 76 hours per fortnight to 30th June 2027
https://pdh.net.au/positions-vacant/
We are looking for a Health Care Worker to join our supportive Community Aged Care Services team. As a Healthcare Worker – Community Support, you will assist consumers with:
Light, general housekeeping such as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, wiping, bed making, laundry, and limited shopping.
Provide in home respite or participate in social activities like shopping, outings and walks that assist them to stay active and connected with their community: including one on one and/or group activities.
Encouraging consumers to maintain and enhance their abilities and strengths.
Encouraging consumers to actively participate where possible to maintain their independence.
Support the individual’s choice to remain at home and participate in their community.

21/04/2026

Health Care Worker (Grade 1) - Domestic Assistance.
Reference No.: HCWJ50802402
Location: Portland
Fixed Term Part Time – 12 - 76 hours per fortnight to 30th June 2027

We are looking for a Health Care Worker Grade 1 to join our supportive Community Aged Care Services team. As a Healthcare Worker - Domestic Assistance, you will perform typical activities that include:
General household duties including cleaning, laundry, ironing, and meal preparation.
Shopping without consumer.
Responsible for compliance with safety guidelines in relation to cleaning products.
Required to report all unsafe conditions or equipment/appliances in consumers’ homes.
Carry out tasks in a friendly and cooperative manner, demonstrating a caring attitude towards consumer.
Encouraging consumers to maintain and enhance their abilities and strengths.

20/04/2026

**Sold Out**

JUST A FARMER - FREE COMMUNITY FILM SCREENING

Join the Rotary Clubs of Portland for a special community film screening of 'Just a Farmer' at the Portland Arts Centre on Tuesday 28th April.

While this is a free event, registrations are essential to ensure availability of seating and catering. See the Eventbrite page to register and for more information: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/just-a-farmer-free-community-film-screening-tickets-1984087957491?aff=oddtdtcreator

‘Just a Farmer’ is a compelling and deeply personal film, telling the story of the often-unseen challenges faced by farmers and their families. It shines a light on the importance of mental health support in rural communities like ours, where sometimes it’s difficult to have the conversations that matter most.

This event is an opportunity for us to come together, reflect, and continue fostering a culture of care and awareness around mental health in the agricultural sector and beyond.

This event is being delivered by the Rotary Clubs of Portland, in partnership with Portland District Health, Rural Financial Counselling Service Victoria West, Beyond Blue, and Glenelg Shire Council, and is supported by a Look Over the Farm Gate grant provided by Agriculture Victoria under the Victorian Government's 2025 Drought Support Package.

19/04/2026

📣 Read the latest edition of the Portland District Health - Health Promotion Community Newsletter (April 2026)

Find out what the Health Promotion Team has been up to, and what's going on in the community.

Read it here➡️ https://mailchi.mp/804c45ae90a1/april2026

19/04/2026

REGISTERED NURSE - PERIOPERATIVE
Reference No.: RNA80102001
Location: Portland
Ongoing Part Time – 64 hours per fortnight

An exciting and rewarding opportunity is available for a suitably qualified Registered Nurse to join the Perioperative team at Portland District Health.
The primary role is you are responsible for delivering safe and effective personal care and clinical care, in accordance with the consumer’s needs, goals and preferences to optimise their health and well-being. You contribute to an environment that is conducive to person centred care which fosters a culture of consumer engagement and partnership.
To learn more or to apply visit the Portland District Health Positions Vacant page: https://lnkd.in/gAqbDYGq