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This page outlines the vacancy and the key skills and responsibilities for the role.Program Officer, Aged Care Capability Building
Docklands, AustraliaReference: 6668240Utilise your project management skills to build the capability of Residential Aged Care Homes (RACHs) throughout the north west Melbourne regionFull Time (1.0 FTE), Maximum Term role until 19 May 2025 (Parental Leave cover)Base remuneration starting from approx $70K + superannuation + salary packagingGenerous NFP salary packaging options up to $18,550Docklands office location with option to work some days at homeThe Program Officer, Aged Care Capability Building will be responsible for engaging with and providing support to Residential Aged Care Homes (RACHs) in the north western Melbourne region.
This will involve providing guidance to assist participating RACHs to develop and implement a variety of programs e.g.
The Telehealth training package and General Practice Aged Care Incentive.
The Program Officer will also actively collaborate with other PHN staff and teams on aged care and older adults' initiatives with a focus on improving the health outcomes of older adults in the NWMPHN region.About UsWe are North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN), Victoria's largest independent, locally governed and run, not-for-profit PHN, dedicated to improving primary health care in our community.A typical week may include:Engage with health care providers including, but not limited to, residential aged care providers and staff, pharmacists, allied health professionals and local hospital networksSupport the implementation of enabling tools, resources and guides to build the capability of health care providers.
This could include education, training and digital platforms.Ensure capability building activities are delivered efficiently and effectively to drive best practice and enabling a consistently high standard across the organizationRecord and share feedback, challenges and enablers from health care providersEnsure projects are delivered in accordance with funding guidelines, contract requirements and organisational procurement policies.We are looking for someone who has:Qualification and/or experience in health, project management, aged care, health promotion or similarProject management - experience in scoping, planning, monitoring, and reporting on projectsManaging work in a complex environment, with excellent organisational skillsCommunicating complex information to a range of audiencesBuilding effective relationships and working collaborativelyUnderstanding of how to use and interpret data to guide improvementWell-developed written and verbal communication including report writing and presentingAbility and competence in the use of technology and a variety of software systems, including competency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)What's in it for you?A friendly and supportive professional environmentCareer progression opportunitiesGreat work-life balance (Hybrid options to work from home and in office)Other Benefits:Life Leave - up to 4 days of paid leave a year for cultural celebrations, family events, or your birthdayAdditional paid leave at Christmas/NYCan apply for additional purchased leave (48/52)Fun social club and health and wellbeing activitiesThe successful candidate will be required to undertake a National Police Check and Victorian Working with Children Check and hold a drivers licence.NWMPHN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We recognise the importance of attracting and retaining talent that mirrors our diverse community.
Applicants from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.
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