At LCHS we believe that everyday is another opportunity to enhance people's lives and we think that is worthwhile. 

Working at LCHS you’ll be respected and trusted by colleagues and leaders alike. Inspired by friendly, positive, dedicated people, and motivated by the challenges your work brings, you’ll learn and grow to become the best you can be.

To recognise the hard work and dedication of our staff, we have range of employee benefits.

Reward and Recognition Program

Quarterly Superstar Award

The Quarterly Superstar Award recognises staff who are have been sent recognition cards through our recognition platform STAR. These cards will be relating to achievement or organisational values. The acknowledgment platform will recognise those who receives a large amount of cards but also those who send recognition to others. Each winner will receive a $50 voucher as an acknowledgment.

Directorate Annual Achievement Awards

The Directorate Annual Achievement Award is similar to the Quarterly Superstar Award however it is not open to teams. Staff may nominate other staff based on a set of criteria including the organisations values. The award recognises individual achievement over a 12 month period. It is presented at the annual staff End of Year function.  

Service Excellence Award

A Service Excellence Award is presented to a team or an individual staff member. The Award is based on a specific aspect of the business, such as Innovation and Excellence. The theme of the Award is determined by the Executive each year. The Award is presented at the annual staff End of Year function.  

Employee of the Year Award

The Employee of the Year Award is presented to one individual staff member from the group of winners of the Annual Achievement Awards. The Award recognises significant individual achievements and work performance over a 12 month period. It is presented at the annual staff End of Year function in December each year.     

Annual Recognition of Service for staff and volunteers

LCHS recognises the length of service by its staff and volunteers. Permanent staff are presented with certificates for 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years of service at the Annual Staff Christmas Party. Volunteers are recognised with certificates for service which span 5, 10, 15, 20 years of service during Volunteers week.

End of Year Staff Celebration

All LCHS staff are invited to attend an end of year celebration, which aims to recognise the effort and commitment of staff during the previous 12 months.

In-House and External Staff Development/Training

LCHS provides significant resources to maintain and develop the skills of its workforce. Staff Development forms part of the Performance Supervision Framework and is intended to support the reduction of skill gaps and maximise the full potential of staff.

Support for Study/Further Development

A number of options are available to staff which support the undertaking of additional studies. These include:

• Study that is related to the employees’ position can have study leave supported in accordance with individual Award/Agreement
• Development through workplace training opportunities
• CEO Research Scholarship

These options can be discussed with your Program Manager.

Annual Performance Review

The Annual Performance Review (APR) is aimed at aligning work performance with the strategic direction of the organisation and improving communication between staff and their Manager. 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The EAP allows staff (or an immediate family member) with access of up to three sessions with an external counsellor/psychologist. Staff may either self-refer or discuss their issue with their Line Manager or People, Learning & Culture regarding a referral. The EAP is a completely confidential program. Our EAP provider is Converge International they can be contacted on 1300 687 327. You can also access further information from the EAP Portal located on the staff intranet.

There is also an EAP app in which you can download on any smartphone, to access anytime and anywhere.

Salary Packaging

LCHS is a not for profit organisation and is therefore exempt from paying Fringe Benefits Tax up to a grossed-up value of $30,000. Through our salary packaging provider (Maxxia) staff can salary package up to a value of $15,900 per annum and enjoy significant tax benefits as a result. This program is subject to ongoing availability.

Meal Entertainment & Everyday Purchase Card

LCHS and Link HC, through Maxxia, provide access to a Meal Entertainment & Everyday Purchase card service. This is an additional benefit to Salary Packaging and as such can provide significant savings/benefits to staff. This program is subject to ongoing availability. 

Novated Leasing

Maxxia's packaging options include vehicle leasing, staff are given the opportunity to obtain Novated Leasing.

A Maxxia consultant will be on hand to assist employees throughout the entire process. Further information can be accessed by visiting clicking here.

Further Information

If you wish to see all salary packaging benefits available, please sign in to the Maxxia website by clicking here.

To talk to someone about your salary packaging enquiry you may call Maxxia on 1300 123 123. 

Discounted Private Health

Latrobe Health Services offer a 10% discount for employees.
For further details contact them on 1300 362 144 or view their website here.

Employees are entitled to a 5% discount on selected Medibank products.

Please click here to view the benefits on selected products for LCHS staff or call them on 1300 989 179.

Superannuation Salary Sacrifice

Staff can salary sacrifice part of their salary as superannuation. The deduction is made before tax and therefore has considerable benefits for those staff that wish to reduce their income tax and yet gain a significant future benefit.

Flexible Employment Arrangements

The organisation provides a wide range of flexible working and employment arrangements. Some of these include:

Time in Lieu

A process by which staff are paid in “time” rather than money. Typically this occurs in an overtime situation.  It is subject to prior approval by a Line Manager.                                      

Accrued Days Off (ADO)

Full time staff may access an ADO every four weeks.  Staff have their hourly rate of pay adjusted to reflect the increased hours of work.         

Flexible start/finish times

In most roles within the organisation, staff may vary their start/finish times to accommodate personal or work related needs subject to the approval of the Manager. In most cases, a pattern of attendance is agreed upon (or identified in their contract of employment), however flexibility of these hours can occur either at the request of the relevant Manager or the individual staff member. This generally occurs on an ad hoc basis and is subject to the operational needs of the program and in line with the industrial agreement.  

Part Time Work

The organisation employs a large number of part time staff, which provides important flexibility for those staff who seek a balance between work and family life. 

Casual/Volunteer/Contract

In addition to its large permanent workforce, the organisation also employs a significant number of contract, casual and volunteer staff, making us an attractive employer simply because of the various types of roles available. 

Aware Super Incentives

Members of Aware Super are entitled to special rates for financial advice for themselves and members of their immediate family. 

Staff can also be eligible for discounted home and contents insurance and health cover insurance.

Discounted Dental Services

To support our vision of “Better health, Better Lifestyles, Better Communities” staff are entitled to a 20% discount on Private Dental Services. Furthermore, family members are entitled to a 10% discount. Currently, this is only available at our Gippsland dental sites.

For more information, or to arrange an appointment please contact one of our Client Services Officers.