Regional Coordinator - Northwest Queensland

CheckUP is an independent not-for-profit organisation dedicated to creating healthier communities and reducing health inequities. 

We believe that every person, regardless of who they are or where they live has the right to access healthcare closer to where they live.

We design and facilitate the delivery of efficient and effective healthcare solutions close to home for those who need it most. As experts in made-to-order health programs, we connect the right people and organisations to deliver a range of innovative healthcare services for hard-to-reach individuals and communities. Our services and initiatives support people living in rural and remote geographical areas as well as those with poor access due to social or economic barriers.

CheckUP has a set of core organisational values which are modelled in all our interactions:

• Excellence – We are solutions focused and results driven to meet the needs of our customers.
• Collaboration – We are proactive in building long term, mutual and respectful partnerships with external organizations
• Innovation – We are forward thinking; we embrace change and seize opportunity
• Integrity – We are transparent and honest in our actions and invest in socially responsible solutions.
• Compassion – We act with care and consideration in all our interactions; everyone matters.

The primary purpose of the Regional Coordinator position is to:

• Coordinate and support the integrated and coordinated planning, delivery and monitoring of regional outreach services using a cross sectoral approach to include Primary Health Care providers, Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled Health Services (AICCHS), Hospital and Health Services (HHS), General Practice, Outreach Service Providers, Schools, Registered Training Organisations, Local Councils, and other key organisations within a community providing services.
• Support the Health Gateway to Industry Schools Program through active participation in the program and facilitating linkages between schools and the local health industry.

The role has four key components:

• Partnerships: Work and communicate with all relevant stakeholders and communities to plan, deliver and monitor services delivered under commonwealth funded Outreach programs. Work with key stakeholders to promote Gateway to Schools Programs in your region.
• Coordination and Planning: Contribute to the development of regional service delivery plans that align with identified population health needs through a needs based regional planning approach incorporating Regional Planning Forums. Work with key stakeholders to coordinate school Expos and promote Gateway to Schools Programs in your region.
• Business Management: Monitor and review the implementation of regional outreach services to ensure service delivery is culturally appropriate, efficient and effective. Utilise a range of business management applications for effective data collection and reporting.
• Strategic Intent: Support the implementation of CheckUP’s strategic objectives.

Key selection criteria

1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and respectfully across the mainstream and the Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled health sector with an understanding of the determinants of health status in communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
2. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of health services.
3. Knowledge or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of Health Gateway to Schools Program.
4. Demonstrated experience in working within and across work teams and organisations, prioritisation and coordination of work activities, and achieving team and work results that are timely, efficient, effective and of a high standard.
5. Demonstrated written communication skills relevant to the contribution of articles, news stories, service proposals, briefs, committee papers, organisational communications, submissions and tenders, contractual reports.
6. Outstanding stakeholder and negotiation skills relevant to managing and maintaining relationships and communications across a diverse range of provider organisations with competing interests, delivery barriers or issues.
7. Ability to undertake regular travel to rural and remote communities, including some after-hours work.
8. Previous contract management experience including experience with key performance indicators to monitor progress and accountability.
9. IT skills, with a minimum level of ability and experience with Microsoft Office, Excel and other data management software.

Benefits

CheckUP aspires to be a preferred employer by offering:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Additional leave
• Not for Profit salary packaging
• A highly valued and rated culture (just ask our team!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous training and development

How to Apply
 

• A cover letter (no more than two pages) telling us why you think this is the role for you.
• Your current CV outlines work and achievements relevant to the role.
• If you are the preferred candidate, we may ask for the contact details of two referees (preferably one from your most recent employer). 
• This position may require the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.
• CheckUP is a Child Safe organisation, and if an employee comes into contact with children as part of their role, they will be required to have a Blue Card.
• Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander persons are strongly encouraged to apply
• Some intra and interstate travel may be required.

Applications close on Friday, 31st May 2024.  Please do not delay your application as recruitment may close early if a great candidate is identified.

For more information about the work done by CheckUP, please read our recent publications. 

For a copy of the position description or further enquiries please contact **@checkup.org.au or (07) 3105 8***.