Horsham-Ararat region, Victoria University of Melbourne

Department of Rural Health
Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Salary: $79,910 – $86,499 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation.

Part-time (0.6 FTE) fixed term position to 31 Dec 2018, located at East Grampians Health Service in Ararat, Victoria.

The University of Melbourne, Department of Rural Health (DRH) is funded by the Commonwealth as a workforce program. As part of this, the DRH has developed a project in partnership with East Grampians Health Service (EGHS) aimed at improving retention of the nursing and allied health workforce. The Project Worker position has been established to support nursing and allied health professionals in all aspects of living and working in the Ararat rural city region. The Project Worker will play a pivotal role in supporting the development and implementation of the retention project.

The Project Worker is responsible for supporting the design and delivery of solution-focused supports for nursing and allied health staff and developing community networks for the purpose of aiding the personal and professional adjustment of staff who are new to EGHS and/or to living in the Ararat rural city region.

The Project Worker will be an excellent communicator, able to build strong working relationships within and across organisations, teams and in the community. With a track record in project management, the Project Worker is responsible for timely data collection and project reporting to the partners as well as providing secretariat support to the project’s two steering groups.

The position is accountable to the DRH Responsible Researcher for the project (Dr Cosgrave) and the EGHS Director Development & Improvement (Mario Santilli). This position will be located at East Grampians Health Service in Ararat.

Close date: 10 Sep 2017

Full details and to apply:
http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/891310/project-worker-nursing-and-allied-health-retention-project

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Wagga Wagga, NEW South Wales Australian Red Cross
Australian Red Cross considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational qualification of this role under s 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
* Full time 38 hrs p/w
* Temporary contract until 30.06.2018
* Wagga Wagga location

The Role
The Learner Driver Mentor Program provides a flexible and holistic approach to supporting young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples overcome a variety of barriers they experience to obtain a licence to gain employment.
 
Based in the Wagga Wagga office, contribute to achieving this goal by leading the development, coordination and delivery of the Learner Driver Mentor Program to Wagga Wagga.
 
About You
You will bring your project, relationship and organisational and management skills and ability to meet deadlines. You work effectively within the local Aboriginal communities and have an understanding of cultural requirements.
 
You have developed analytical, problem solving and decision making abilities and a current drivers licence.
 
The Benefits
Make a positive difference in the local community. Red Cross offers attractive salary packaging options to increase your take home pay.
 
For more information please see the position description below or contact Joy Horton on 0419639007.
 
Position Description:  506408 Community Programs Officer, Learner Driver Mentor Program.pdf
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The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria University of Melbourne

Leaders in Indigenous Medical Education (LIME) Network
Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

Salary: $69,148 – $93,830 p.a. (Level A) or $98,775 – $117,290 p.a. (Level B), plus 9.5% superannuation. Level of appointment is subject to qualifications and experience.

The Leaders in Indigenous Medical Education (LIME) Network is dedicated to ensuring the quality and effectiveness of teaching and learning of Indigenous health in medical education, as well as best practice in the recruitment and graduation of Indigenous medical students and medical specialists across Australia and New Zealand. It is a program of the Medical Deans Australia and New Zealand, funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, and is hosted by the Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences at The University of Melbourne.

The Research Fellow will contribute to a defined program of work to further the aims of the LIME Network. In particular, the Fellow will develop and undertake research on a proposal to expand the LIME Network as a Community of Practice to include dentistry and health sciences. The Fellow will also contribute to the development of scholarly work in the field of Indigenous health and health professional education; establish an evaluative framework to assess the impact of LIME Network initiatives; and scope the development of a revised Indigenous Health Curriculum Framework for medical education. The role will also involve developing policy advice and recommendations to key stakeholders; and building professional development programs to further support educators to deliver Indigenous health in medical curricula.

Close date: 22 Oct 2017

For more information and to apply online, please visit: http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/891528/research-fellow-lime-network-indigenous-applicants-only
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Tamworth, NEW South Wales Life Without Barriers
BENEFITS
• Opportunity to work for one of Australia’s largest social purpose organisations
• Attractive remuneration with salary packaging & allowances
• Rare opportunity to be trained in one of the world’s leading intervention models
• Flexible working hours + rostered days off
• Car provided
• Assistance with relocation costs.

SALARY
Up to $83,752k + Super + on-call allowance.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
We are a leading social purpose organisation working in more than 300 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness: http://www.lwb.org.au.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
We are part of an exciting new initiative, implementing Multi-systemic Therapy-Child Abuse & Neglect (MST-CAN).

The mission of MST-CAN is to keep families together and ensure that children are safe, while reducing mental health difficulties and increasing social supports.

This is an internationally recognised program, specifically designed to treat 6-17 year-olds and their families. MST-CAN is unique, in that it supports all family members to be involved with treatment, which reduces the risk of children entering out-of-home care.

Further information is available here: http://mstservices.com/ & http://www.mstcan.com/.

THE ROLE
Your team will consist of:
• 1 x Senior Psychologist / Supervisor
• 3 x Psychologists / Therapists
• 1 x Caseworker
• 1 x Psychiatrist

As the Caseworker, you will support our Therapists with clinical interventions and help clients with practical needs such as housing, budgeting and job attainment. You will also build relationships with community stakeholders (child protection services, judges, schools).
You will be assisted by program developers and intermediary services to ensure that you and the team are trained and supported to deliver this model successfully.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Childhood Education or a related subject area
• Work with families in a community-based settings
• Work with child protection and court systems
• Ability to work as part of and support a team
• Behavioural therapy targeting behavioural change in children at home and school.

CULTURE
We want to work with people who are passionate about making a difference; who are open to new ways of thinking; who value genuine, long-lasting relationships; who are flexible, courageous, and believe in opportunity for everyone.

We’ll give you opportunities to learn and evolve as part of our organization – a chance to do work that makes a genuine difference in your community.


TAMWORTH
Tamworth is famous for its world-class country music, award-winning restaurants and easy-going, lifestyle. Offering the best of both city and rural living, locals enjoy access to affordable housing, gourmet food, top sporting facilities, national parks, and all for a fraction of the cost you’d pay in a major capital city.

For more information on Tamworth please visit http://evocities.com.au/tamworth/

Assistance with relocation expenses will be provided.

HOW TO APPLY
Click on the APPLY button below and follow the screen prompts.

For any queries please contact James Orchiston, Program Implementation Lead, at james.orchiston@lwb.org.au


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Melbourne, Victoria Australian Red Cross
* Full time hours, ongoing position
* Based in North Melbourne
* Nationwide Migration and Emergency Support

The Migration, Emergencies & Movement Relations (MEMR) directorate covers Migration Support Programs, Emergency Services, International Humanitarian Law (IHL), Client Case Management project and supports organisation-wide engagement with the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement.
 
The role
Support the Director and work as part of the National Office to lead strategic projects, coordinate budgeting, planning and reporting processes and manage relationships across the organisation and externally. Play an important role in managing the business of the team, taking the lead on cross-cutting projects or bringing people together to ensure team priorities are on track.
 
About you
You have sound project management skills and experience in the human services sector. Your application will demonstrate your experience in successfully prioritising competing tasks in a complex organisational environment along with your ability to exercise sound judgement and influence others to achieve shared outcomes.
 
Benefits
Join an experienced and passionate team and contribute to strategic outcomes related to disaster and emergency response, migration support and the advancement of International Humanitarian Law. Excellent salary packaging available.
 
For any questions, please contact Andrew Coghlan on 03 8327 7859.
 
Position description: 506373 Nat Coord MEMR PD.Aug 2017.pdf
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Sydney, NEW South Wales University of Sydney
Faculty of Medicine
Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
Reference no. 1818/0917
 
This position is only open to candidates of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and is authorised under the provisions of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Evidence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent must be provided with the application.

• Located at The Poche Centre for Indigenous Health, Camperdown
• Exciting opportunity to lead, provide executive support and deliver the strategic and operational goals of the Centre
• Full-time fixed term opportunity for 5 years

 
 
About the opportunity 
The Poche Centre for Indigenous Health was established by the University of Sydney in 2008 following a generous donation from philanthropist and indigenous health advocate, Mr. Greg Poche.
The primary aim of the Centre is to contribute to the elimination of disparities in indigenous health and social justice outcomes through collaboration with health research organisations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander controlled organisations as well as other related community organisations and government.
 
The Director of Poche Centre is responsible for the effective development and implementation of strategic and effective business plans. This will incorporate the overall management of the Centre, inclusive of financial management and accountability, HR and performance management. As the successful applicant, you will implement goals of the Centre as they relate to clinical service delivery, research, education and policy. You will promote the profile, reputation and impact of the Centre whilst managing relationships – both internal and external to the Centre and Sydney Medical School.
You will also work with staff and affiliates to bring additional funds that will benefit the activities and research of the Centre.

About us
Since our inception 160 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to diversity and inclusion, and underpin our long-term strategy for growth. We’re Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Across our campuses, we employ over 7600 academic and non-academic staff who support over 60,000 students.
 
We are undergoing significant transformative change which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us.
 
For more information on the position and University, please view the candidate information pack available from the job’s listing on the University of Sydney careers website.
 
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website.  Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number to apply.
 
Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Closing date: 11.30pm 8 November 2017
 
The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged.
 
© The University of Sydney
 
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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Townsville, Queensland TOWNSVILLE ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER HEALTH SERVICES LTD

TAIHS SUPPORTED BAIL ACCOMMODATION SERVICE (SBAS)

The Supported Bail Accommodation Service (SBAS) is a new service that will provide a home-like environment for young service users, which will include structured and unstructured programs and activities. The service will work closely with Youth Justice who will lead case worker and all young people bailed to the SBAS will be on the Conditional Bail Program. The practice framework focuses on the importance of building relationships as being foundational in supporting the social and emotional wellbeing needs of the client in a practical and culturally responsive manner.

CASE WORKER
Fulltime
The Case Worker is responsible for the provision of appropriate care; client programs and activities, transport, mentoring and support. Including case work and the performance of all duties required to ensure the operations of the service are in line with the programs’ duty of care, practice framework established protocols and the service agreement.

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Alexandria, NEW South Wales Caritas Australia

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Melbourne, Victoria Australian Red Cross
* Lead our Red Cross operations in Victoria
* Maximise our impact on changing humanitarian needs

About us 
Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian organisation. As an organisation independent of government and with no political, religious or cultural affiliation, our vision is human dignity, peace, safety and well-being for all.
 
Our purpose is supporting and empowering people and communities in times of vulnerability, preventing and alleviating suffering across Australian and internationally through mobilising the power of humanity.
 
The opportunity 
As we move towards 2020 we will focus on building an active movement of people united by a shared commitment to humanitarian values; empowering everyone to do what's most needed in their communities, leveraging Red Cross' resources and expertise to build a hopeful and exciting future.
  
As the Director, Victoria you will lead our work to enable us to deliver on the outcomes of Strategy 2020. You will provide operational leadership and build and maintain positive internal and external relationships including working actively with the Victorian Divisional Advisory Board.
 
As part of the Leadership team, you will ensure that we deliver financial sustainability and positively position Red Cross externally. In addition, this role will also work with the Director, Migration, Emergencies and Movement Relations to effectively deliver related services including disaster response.
 
What you will bring
* Demonstrated senior leadership experience within a large community service or service delivery organisation
* Demonstrated success in driving cultural change, and high levels of engagement within a team or organisation
* Proven experience in working and engaging with local communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, advocating and implementing positive and lasting
* Well-developed financial management skills and organisational acumen
* Demonstrated ability to build and foster relationships with external stakeholders such as peak bodies, local and state Governments and partner organisations
* Relevant tertiary qualifications, skills and/or experience in public service, business administration, community services or related fields

Further information
Please review the information pack for more detailed information about our organisation and the role or contact Carmel Bonaventura on 03 8327 7864
 
Information pack:  Position brief – Director Victoria – Feb 2019.pdf

Location: Australia and Oceania,-Melbourne

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Sydney, NEW South Wales The Smith Family
The Smith Family is a national charity helping young Australians in need to get the most out of their education, so they can create better futures for themselves. As the Government Relations and Administrative Support Officer your role will be to provide support in the implementation and development of The Smith Family’s Government Relations Strategy and provide administrative support to the Research and Advocacy team. We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual who will bring to life The Smith Family uphold the values, while supporting the administration and implementation of The Smith Family’s government relations, research and advocacy work.

A day in the life the Government Relations and Administrative Support Officer might look like this, but really every day will be different:
 

• Supporting the implementation of The Smith Family’s Government Relations Strategy at both Commonwealth and State/Territory Government levels.
• Assisting in the development of briefing papers, note-for-records, related materials and collateral that supports the implementation of the strategy.
• Maintaining the scheduling of The Smith Family’s Government Relations engagement, and developing and maintaining a system that tracks such engagement.
• Developing and taking responsibility for administration processes that ensure the effective and efficient conduct of the Research and Advocacy team’s work.
• Assisting in the development of internal and external presentations.

It takes a special kind of person to be our Government Relations and Administrative Support Officer. You will have at least two years’ experience, in working in a large, fast paced organizational environment, with an undergraduate degree in a related discipline. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, with the ability to build strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. You will have highly developed organizational skills , a strong attention to detail and the capacity to understand diverse roles and relationships across Commonwealth/ State and Territory governments.

Living up to our employment promise, our team members tell us that working for The Smith Family, they have work-life balance, great job flexibility, and the ability to work alongside committed, passionate and professional team members whilst engaging in challenging, fulfilling and diverse work. In turn, our team members believe that they offer commitment to our vision, mission and values and effective collaboration with fellow team members to deliver strong performance outcomes. 
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