Consumer Liaison Officer

About the role
The Consumer Liaison Officer coordinates management of consumer feedback, including facilitating the timely resolution of consumer complaints in accordance with West Moreton Health procedures and best practice standards. The role is part of a team who offer an accessible, dedicated point of contact for consumers and staff, to achieve the most positive and timely outcome for all parties involved.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
* Experience of applying best practice complaints management principles and practices in a complex and sensitive environment.
* Ability to identify and analyse situations and issues, gather appropriate evidence, consider options and make sound decisions and recommendations.
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, manage conflict calmly and compassionately, and cultivate productive working relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Understanding or ability to rapidly acquire an understanding of health service delivery and what may constitute a risk to patient safety, including an understanding of actions required to escalate identified risk.
* Ability to work autonomously to plan, prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and be adaptable in a team work environment.
Mandatory Requirements:
* Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link
Benefits
* 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
* 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
* Professional development
* Salary sacrificing options
* Wellness programs
* Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.