GCH Job Application Kit Position: -

GCH Job Application Kit
ABN 41 831 668 189
Position:
ACN 136 578 679
Manager of Ararat Neighbourhood House
In this Kit you find:
1. All Information on how to apply for a position with Grampians Community Health
2. Privacy Disclosure Authorisation Form
3. Job description of the position you are applying
1 - Key selection criteria must be specifically addressed in your application separately
Proven ability or track record of:
1. Model leadership qualities
2. Advocacy at all levels
3. Work with people, communities and stakeholders using the community development model to ensure their
maximum participation in planning and implementation of programs and services.
4. Planning, implementation and evaluation of programs and services.
5. Understanding of the rural community and ability to work within privacy guidelines in a small community
6. Have the ability to prioritise and contain the work load when necessary
7. Work with an understanding of the social model of health and how it relates to wellbeing and good health
outcomes.
8. Understanding of issues relating to but not limited to social and economic disadvantage within communities.
9. Understanding and knowledge of and belief in Quality service provision
10. Good written and oral communication skills.
2 - Include clear details of work experience and qualifications
3 - Include two written references and the name, address and daytime telephone number of two work- related referees
4 - Include day and evening telephone contact numbers so that we can readily arrange interview times if necessary
5 - Read and sign the “Privacy Statement & Disclosure Authorisation Form”, send with your application
6 - If you are emailing your application, you will be sent an email confirmation of receipt of your application. If you do not
receive this, please contact reception to confirm that your application has been received.
7 - Successful applicants would be required to undergo a police check
Applications must reach the address below by
Late applications will not be considered.
5pm Friday 07/11/2014
Address applications to:
“CONFIDENTIAL”
By Mail:
Jill Miller
CEO
Grampians Community Health
8 – 22 Patrick St
STAWELL Vic 3380
By e-mail:
email: employment@grampianscommunityhealth.org.au
For more information
Ph: 5358 7400 Fax: 5358 4113
GCH Job Application Kit
ABN 41 831 668 189
ACN 136 578 679
PRIVACY STATEMENT & DISCLOSURE AUTHORISATION FORM
As an applicant participating in Grampians Community Health’s (GCH) recruitment and selection process you are advised
that the process involves a range of selection, methods and tools. These tools are used to address the selection criteria
identified for the position and gathers employment related information about you as an applicant.
Information gathered during the process will not be used for purposes other than selection for the position you have applied.
Information that GCH may gather in relation to your application may consist of the following:
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An employment application form
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Interview Guides
(completed during interview)
Reference Checks
(completed with third party organisations)
National Police Check (completed with third party organisations)
Passport and/or Work Visa
Copy of Drivers Licence
Applications, interview guides and selection assessment documentation of all applications remains the property of GCH and
storage of such records will comply with GCH’s Privacy Policy upon completion of the selection process for a maximum
period of twelve (12) months. Records are stored securely & will be disposed of confidentially following the completion of
this time.
Please ensure upon submitting your application that you return a signed copy of this Privacy Disclosure Authorisation Form.
Yours faithfully
Jill Miller
Jill Miller
CEO
I, _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
( name)
consent to Grampians Community Health obtaining the personal information outlined above for the specific purpose
of assessing my ability to meet the selection criteria for the position I have applied for.
Please tick this box if you agree to have your application considered for other employment opportunities within
Grampians Community Health. Your application will be retained confidentially for a period of six months, and will
be released for consideration when recruiting for other suitable positions.
Signed __________________________________ Date______________________
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Stawell
Ararat
Horsham
Balgartnie
Nexus
8 – 22 Patrick Street,
Stawell 3380
60 High Street,
Ararat 3377
25 David Street,
Horsham 3400
34 Viewpoint Street,
Ararat 3377
14-16 Pynsent Street,
Horsham 3400
Phone: 03 5358 7400
Fax: 03 5358 4113
Phone: 03 5352 6200
Fax: 03 5352 2533
Phone: 03 5362 1200
Fax: 03 5382 4687
Phone: 03 5352 6280
Fax: 03 5352 1246
Phone: 03 5362 1200
Fax: 03 5382 4628
(Registered Company Address
Email: gch@grampianscommunityhealth.org.au
Website www.grampianscommunityhealth.org.au
GCH Job Application Kit
ABN 41 831 668 189
ACN 136 578 679
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position:
Manager of Ararat Neighbourhood House
Program/Team:
GCH in partnership with Ararat Neighbourhood House
Funded By:
Department Of Human Services
Based:
Ararat Neighbourhood House: 56 Campbell St. Ararat 3377
Responsible To:
GCH Extended Care Programs Manager and under the broad guidance of the ANH
Steering Committee
Classification:
SCHADS Community Development Worker salary $45000/$53000 per year plus salary
packaging to 30%, and industry superannuation
Tenure:
Current contract ends June 30 2015. May continue after subject to funding.
Subject to the signing of an Employment Schedule.
All positions are subject to an initial six month review & ongoing employment is based on
satisfactory work performance.
Hours:
30 hours per week
Date:
October 2014
GRAMPIANS COMMUNITY HEALTH - PREAMBLE:
Grampians Community Health (GCH) is a not for profit Company Limited by Guarantee and operates as a
registered Community Health Centre under the Health Services Act. GCH has operated since 1986 and provides
a multi-disciplinary approach to psychosocial health in line with a Social Model of Health philosophy. The aim of
GCH is to provide coordinated health and community services to people within the Central Grampians and
Wimmera sub regions. Staff at GCH work in many areas including: Generalist, Gambling, Alcohol and Other
Drug Counselling, Withdrawal Services, Community Nursing, Psycho-Social Rehabilitation, Homelessness,
Family Violence, Youth, Community Development, Health Promotion, Senior Adult, Disability and Carers.
Information regarding the history and philosophy of GCH may be accessed via the
www.grampianscommunityhealth.org.au website.
Vision Statement: “Vibrant & Healthy Communities”
GCH, in collaboration with the communities we serve, will provide excellence and leadership in the development
and delivery of primary health care and community services. GCH will facilitate the achievement of healthy living
for all throughout the Grampians/Wimmera.
ARARAT NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE:
ANH has been operating since 1976 plays an important role in the Ararat Community by responding to the
diverse needs of the community as identified through ongoing and extensive community consultation.
Ararat Neighbourhood House is funded through the Department of Human Services and also seeks to maintain
viability through available grants and local initiatives
ANH has a close working partnership with Ararat Men’s Shed
GCH and ANH are currently in partnership for the purpose of GCH to provide the ANH committee with support
for governance and management of the operational affairs of the house and through that development, to
continue to provide the Ararat community with a viable and active community space that drives engagement and
participation in a broad range of activities. Together we have funded a project for the last six months to seek
input from the community and other stakeholders, articulating the needs of Ararat and the business the House
should be involved in. This document, divided into sections of social inclusion, education, small business and
youth engagement, will guide the role of the coordinator.
GCH Job Application Kit
ABN 41 831 668 189
ACN 136 578 679
Key Aims & Objectives of this position:
1. Undertake the operational management and program coordination of ANH
2. To provide leadership for ANH staff and volunteers.
3. To use the community development model to provide ANH services and programs including promotion
of the ANH
4. To ensure the quality of the service provided to ANH consumers
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION OF ANH:
 Undertake the planning, delivery and evaluation of the ANH and ensure all funding requirement are
met.
 To be responsible for the implementation ANH strategic directions and work plans and the day to day
operations, courses and community sessions
 With the AHN CoM, ensure house facilities are accessible to all and maintained in good order.
 To be responsible, with the GCH Finance Manager, for some financial tasks: petty cash, invoice
ratification, monitoring expenditure against budget, creating a workable system of reporting to the
steering committee for the finance of both operational funding (GCH) and House occupancy funding
(ANH) including budget development and implementation.
 Report to the Steering Committee on a regular basis about the business of the House
STAFF SUPERVISION:
With the support of the GCH Extended Care Programs Manager:
 Ensure that staff (currently 2 other part time) and potential volunteers are fully supported in their work role
 Ensure ongoing team cohesion by providing;
- Communication with staff about day to day program issues.
- Involvement in future Staff recruitment, orientation and training
 To be responsible for the safety of the program participants within the guidelines of the Centre's
Occupational Health & Safety and Outdoor Program policies
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
With the GCH & ANH Committee:
 Continue to identify the needs of the Ararat and district community through ongoing and extensive
community consultation.
 To seek relevant funding to assist in the development a wide ranging program of low cost, day and
evening activities to meet identified local community needs.
 Promote ANH activities through all appropriate forms of media and other service providers.
 Develop and maintain links with local services providers and other Neighbourhood Houses to facilitate
cooperation in the provision of services.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
With the QA staff at GCH:
 To ensure that all accreditations, service agreements and memberships are kept up to date
 Ensure ANH systems meet all compliance requirements
 Develop /review policy and procedure and present for ratification
OTHER TASKS:
 This position requires active pro-rata participation in the Quality Assurance programs of GCH - principally,
professional supervision, GCH and ANH staff development
 Other duties as directed.
GCH Job Application Kit
ABN 41 831 668 189
ACN 136 578 679
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:
Proven ability or track record of:
1. Model leadership qualities
2. Advocacy at all levels
3. Work with people, communities and stakeholders using the community development model to ensure
their maximum participation in planning and implementation of programs and services.
4. Planning, implementation and evaluation of programs and services.
5. Understanding of the rural community and ability to work within privacy guidelines in a small
community
6. Have the ability to prioritise and contain the work load when necessary
7. Work with an understanding of the social model of health and how it relates to wellbeing and good
health outcomes.
8. Understanding of issues relating to but not limited to social and economic disadvantage within
communities.
9. Understanding and knowledge of and belief in Quality service provision
10. Good written and oral communication skills.
KEY ATTRIBUTES for this position:
 Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
 A flexible approach and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
 Knowledge of and commitment to ANH and GCH philosophy and values
 Good computer skills to provide accurate and timely records and data.
 Know when a policy may be needed and create where necessary using GCH resources
 Ability to consult and negotiate and the ability to network at a variety of levels.
 Interest in further developing the market niche for the ANH.
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
BACKGROUND &/or EXPERIENCE:
Preferable but not necessary:
 Experience in coordination of programs or services.
 Understanding of the provision of community adult and further education.
 Experience in working within the Community Development model
 Qualifications in Community services and/or Education are desirable
 Computer technology skills and experience
 The ability to promote & represent ANH
 Current licence to drive a motor vehicle.
Other Conditions:
1. No overtime allowance is made for this position. Time in lieu of time worked will be available but must be
taken at a mutually agreed time with the Extended Care Programs Manager and/or Chief Executive Officer
and may not be accrued to more than 15hrs/fortnight pro rata of employed hours. Time in lieu should be
used for exceptional circumstances instead of becoming a regular practice. It is expected that no more than
15hrs of TIL will be carried forward from one pay period to the next.
2. The organisation's cars can be used for work related activities, depending on availability. Use of own car will
be reimbursed at the modified RACV mileage rate. Note: The use of a private vehicle to travel in excess of
40km return needs to be approved in advance by the extended Care Program Manager, Finance Manager or
the CEO
3. This position will have an annual appraisal at which time the job description will be reviewed by the Extended
Care Programs Manager at GCH and a GCH Core member in consultation with the employee and modified if
necessary.
GCH Job Application Kit
ABN 41 831 668 189
ACN 136 578 679
4. Ensure knowledge of current GCH Occupational Health & Safety policies as they relate to this sphere of
work. OH&S is a shared responsibility at GCH.
5. Annual Leave and Personal (Sick) Leave will be payable on a pro rata basis.
6. GCH understands that "normal working hours" are between 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday. Appointments,
programs and other work may, at times, fall outside these hours but for OHS reasons are subject to the
signing of the "Time Sheet".
7. Superannuation contributions will be paid by Grampians Community Health in line with the Superannuation
Guarantee Act
8. All permanent GCH staff have access to salary packaging which is offered in line with current legislation. The
employee will incur any costs or liabilities associated with these requirements during the period of the
contract
9.
A National Police Check & Working with Children Check will be carried out at the GCH's expense prior to
commencement of employment.
10. Grampians Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a smoke free workplace.
Grampians Community Health is proud to be the winner of the
National Work & Family Award 2005