The Support Officer position will be part of the Innovation, Evaluation, and Research (IER) Unit and will provide dedicated administrative support to the Heads of Research (Adult and Youth) and the IER Coordinator ensuring the smooth conduct of research and evaluation initiatives within the MHSS.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Administration Support Officer (Mental Health - Innovation Evaluation and Research) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Provide dedicated administrative support to the Heads of Research, IER Coordinator, and to other stakeholders where needed
- Complete general administration duties including liaising with internal and external stakeholders, completing documentation, formatting drafts, agenda collation and minute taking as required, data entry, and document and file management (both online and offline)
- Organise meetings and coordinate schedules relating to IER Unit as directeted
- Assist with calendar and email management for the Heads of Research and provide technical support
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- While not mandatory, a bachelors degree in the area of health or research would be well regarded
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping Cough) and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $74 722 - $83 097 per annum
About Us
The Innovation, Evaluation and Research Unit at Gold Coast Mental Health and Specialist Services has been funded to bring high level Evaluation and Research expertise (design, implementation, Evaluation and dissemination) to innovation projects, service Evaluation and Research activities. The IER Unit collaborates closely with service directors, clinicians, and academic partners to support research and evaluation initiatives.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 26 March 2024
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC550141
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.