AddressProvide operational assistance to Home Care and Allied Health Services group programs, primarily providing transportation for clients to attend facility based sessions and social outings.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Operational Officer(Commonwealth Home Support Program) 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
- Operate bus to provide transport for clients to attend GCH facility based groups and social outings in the community
- Assist Diversional Therapist to deliver social support group program to eligible clients
- Provide opportunities for clients to be actively involved in their care and address goals in the service plan with a focus on maximising independence
- Be alert to changing circumstances or deterioration of clients are ensure risks are reported appropriately
- Participate in quality improvement, mandatory training, and skill enhancement opportunities including the Professional Development Plan process
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Aged Care Clearance
- Drivers Licence
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis 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 part time (44.84 hours per fortnight.)
- Base salary ranging from $30.33 - $32.36 per hour
About Us
The Home Care and Allied Health Service is funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program to provide a range of flexible, entry level basic support services that assist eligible older clients and their carers to maintain independence in their own homes and within the community.
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 Friday, 17 May 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: GC561957
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
