Wimmera Drug Action Taskforce Coordinator – closes 1st June 2015

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Position:
Wimmera Drug Action Taskforce Coordinator
(WDAT Coordinator)
Closing date:
01/06/2015
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
Key Selection Criteria
Demonstrated ability to lead and drive the WDAT to achieve its objectives
Highly developed interpersonal consultation, negotiation and communication skills, based on the community development model, with an
ability to engage and develop collaborative working relationships with all relevant stakeholders
3. Demonstrated ability to articulate an understanding of alcohol and other drugs and knowledge of the Victorian alcohol and other drug service
system
4. Demonstrated ability to undertake and implement strategic planning processes
5. Demonstrated ability to work across a variety of service sectors, including welfare, education, legal, health etc
6. Highly developed written communication skills and the ability to prepare written materials and reports to an appropriate standard within
specified timelines
7. Highly developed oral communication skills and the ability to represent WDAT at public events and in the media (where required)
8. Highly developed problem solving skills and professionalism
9. Well-developed computer skills
10. Experience with working in a collaborative environment and multi-disciplinary teams
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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, and will need to organise a Working With
Children Check.
Application must reach GCH by:
9am Monday - 01/06/2015
Late applications will not be considered.
Address applications to:
By Mail:
“CONFIDENTIAL”
Jill Miller
CEO
Grampians Community Health
8 – 22 Patrick St
STAWELL Vic 3380
By e-mail:
email: [email protected]
For more information
Ph: 5358 7400
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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.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Position:
Wimmera Drug Action Taskforce Coordinator (WDAT Coordinator)
Program:
Alcohol and other Drug
Team:
WDAT & Gambling, Alcohol and other Drug Services Team (GADS)
Based:
Horsham
Responsible To:
Jointly responsible to WDAT Leadership Group for WDAT business and GADS Manager and
through them to the CEO for employment and support.
Classification:
Community Development Worker
Tenure:
June 2015 to 30 June 2016. Subject to the signing of an Employment Schedule. All positions
are subject to a three month probationary period with a review being conducted before
employment is confirmed. The period of employment is subject to ongoing funding &
satisfactory work performance.
Hours:
15 hours per week (0.4 EFT) or as negotiated
Date:
June 2015
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 multidisciplinary 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.
Philosophy Base
GCH’s Philosophy is grounded in the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion (WHO 1986), the Jakarta Convention
(WHO 1996) and the Health Development Paradigm now better known as the Social Model of Health, and more
recently the Victorian Charter of Human rights and Responsibilities.
The process of information, skill development, empowerment, community collaborative ventures, resilience and selfresponsibility embedded in a caring framework of non-judgemental acceptance of diversity underpins the GCH
approach to both its staff & clients.
Management philosophy is loosely based around the Deming Management Philosophy, Social Model of Health for
staff, Total Quality Improvement and Facilitatory Management
Background to this Position
In 2003, under the auspice of the Grampians Pyrenees Primary Care Partnership (PCP), GCH developed the wellreceived Local Drug Action Plan 2004 - 2007. In October 2008, a preliminary forum with Wimmera key stakeholders
was held to seek active engagement and form the Taskforce for 2009 planning.
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Between October 2008 and June 2009, specific meetings with the GCH – Gambling Alcohol & Other Drug (GADS)
team were held in Stawell and Horsham, along with key stake holders and service providers to identify whole of
community alcohol and drug issues and develop consultation processes. From this, the WLAODAP was compiled and
published.
Adopting a preventative and a harm reduction approach, the Wimmera LAODAP is linked and integrated with the
Central Grampians LAODAP and aligned with Australian and Victorian Government, regional and local, policies,
strategies, frameworks and plans.
A key objective of the WLAODP was to employ a Project Worker to coordinate the development of a strong,
sustainable taskforce, whose task was to implement the WLAODAP.
The WLAODAP priorities are:
• Working with communities to identify risk and protective factors and focus on local community benefit,
specific communities to provide outreach services to
• Facilitate collaborative working arrangements between generalist and specialist providers
• Develop integrated health promotion in local communities
• Utilise action research to address local needs, issues and trends
• Provide an evaluation of prevention, early intervention, harm minimisation and resilience strategies.
GCH employed a Project Worker in September 2010 and immediately re-formed the Wimmera Drug Action Taskforce
(WDAT). GCH is in partnership with a number of agencies and community representatives in the Wimmera sub-region
to deliver integrated evidence-based alcohol and other drug interventions, as part of the Wimmera Drug Action
Taskforce (WDAT). WDAT includes broad representation from key stakeholders, service providers and the
community. These include, but are not limited to:
• Department of Justice
• Grampians Medicare Local
• Hindmarsh Shire Council
• Horsham Rural City Council
• Priceline Pharmacy – Horsham
• Red Cross
• Rural Northwest Health
• SalvoConnect
• Victoria Police
• West Wimmera Shire Council
• Wimmera Health Care Group
• Wimmera Primary Care Partnership
• Wimmera Regional Sports Assembly
• Wimmera Southern Mallee Local Learning and Employment Network
• Wimmera Uniting Care
• Yarriambiack Shire Council
The position of WDAT Coordinator is pivotal to the ongoing development and coordination of a high quality alcohol
and other drug programs and services system.
Key Aims & Objectives of this Position:
The WDAT Coordinator is guided in their work by the Wimmera Drug Action Taskforce leadership
Team.
Specific Tasks and Responsibilities
• Plan and convene regular WDAT meetings
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In consultation with WDAT, undertake strategic planning and coordination relating to the implementation of
the WLAODAP
Work with, support and participate in the WDAT working groups, ensuring they are action driven and well
managed
Coordinate the development and sustainability of WDAT in consultation with the leadership team
Resource WDAT with regular up-to-date alcohol and other drug information
Identify current and emerging community issues relating to alcohol and other drugs and table for discussion
strategies to address these
Keep in regular contact with WDAT partners via email, meeting attendance, and involvement in projects
Participate in capacity building projects with WDAT partners and other key regional services
Work where practicable with the Grampians Pyrenees Drug Action Taskforce
General Tasks and responsibilities
• Ensure client and staff confidentiality is respected and upheld
• Participate in health promotion activities where required and where relevant to the project
• Represent and promote WDAT and GCH appropriately
• Attend meetings as required
• Participate in regular supervision and professional development as recommended
• Be aware of and perform all duties in accordance with WDAT and GCH stated policies and procedures
Key Selection Criteria
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Demonstrated ability to lead and drive the WDAT to achieve its objectives
Highly developed interpersonal consultation, negotiation and communication skills, based on the community
development model, with an ability to engage and develop collaborative working relationships with all relevant
stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to articulate an understanding of alcohol and other drugs and knowledge of the Victorian
alcohol and other drug service system
Demonstrated ability to undertake and implement strategic planning processes
Demonstrated ability to work across a variety of service sectors, including welfare, education, legal, health etc
Highly developed written communication skills and the ability to prepare written materials and reports to an
appropriate standard within specified timelines
Highly developed oral communication skills and the ability to represent WDAT at public events and in the media
(where required)
Highly developed problem solving skills and professionalism
Well developed computer skills
Experience with working in a collaborative environment and multi-disciplinary teams
Current Victorian Driver’s License
Qualifications & Experience:
Tertiary qualification in welfare, social science, health promotion or related field is preferred.
Experience and sound knowledge of the Health and Welfare sector.
Experience and sound knowledge of the Alcohol and other Drugs sector
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 direct line management & 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 Program Manager, Resources Manager or the CEO
3. 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.
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4. Annual Leave & Sick Leave will be payable on a pro rata basis.
5. GCH understands that "normal working hours" are between 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday. Appointments &
programs may, at times, be run outside these hours & other work may happen from time to time outside these hours
too - but for OHS reasons are subject to the signing of the "Out of Hours" book.
6. Superannuation contributions will be paid by Grampians Community Health in line with the Superannuation
Guarantee Act
7. A National Police Check and Working with Children Check will be carried out at the Centre's expense prior to
commencement of employment.
8. 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