Community Network and Volunteer Support Officer
Central Gippsland Health Service – Sale VICBecome a valued part of Central Gippsland Health as a Community Network and Volunteer Support Officer (fixed term, 0.8 EFT, until April 2025), where you'll make a real difference by engaging with diverse community groups, supporting volunteers, and promoting inclusive healthcare services.About Central Gippsland HealthCentral Gippsland Health (CGH) is a sub-regional health service and the major provider of health and aged care services in the Wellington Shire. CGH is located in the City of Sale which is 215 km east of Melbourne.About DepartmentThe community care services within the CGH network provide a range of community and home-based services to support people to remain living at home and maintaining their independence and wellbeing.About the RoleThis Community Network and Volunteer Support Officer is responsible for the facilitation of our community networks, groups and celebrations, supporting our community advisory groups and various committees as well as the recruitment of our volunteers.DutiesLiaise with counterparts at other external health services to benchmark policies and procedures as requiredRepresent CGH on any Gippsland wide Consumer Advisory Committee ForumsContribute to the establishment and maintenance of CGH community committees and projectsMonitor and maintain Secretariat support for CGH committee forums including Community Liaison Group and othersMaintain volunteer database which includes maintaining records on police checks.Qualifications, Skills and ExperiencePrevious experience working within the health and/or community sector particularly in consumer engagementSound knowledge of client-centred servicesWell-developed interpersonal, consultation, negotiation and liaison skillsDemonstrated computer literacy skills including the ability to operate in a MS Windows environment.Well-developed teamwork skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervisionApplicationPlease attach your resume and cover letter to your applicationStatement addressing Selection Criteria including qualifications, experience and Leadership and Technical Capability Requirements as outlined in the position descriptionTo obtain a copy of the position description, please reach out to the HR team at 03 5143 8*** or ****** questions regarding the position, contact Tamara Berry, Executive Assistant (Medical Services, Community & Allied Health Services) at 03 5143 8*** or ****** appointments are made subject to the candidate providing a current satisfactory National Police Certificate and obtaining a Working with Children Check.At CGH we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive. We value inclusion and diversity and encourage applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
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