Posted:
9/3/2024, 9:46:24 PM
Location(s):
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ⋅ Victoria, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support
• Permanent, Part Time (28 hours/week - 7 days per fortnight)
• Fitzroy location
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
About the Role
The Sumner House site in Fitzroy has been used to support homeless people through the Better Heath and Housing Program. All services at the site are delivered through a partnership between Brotherhood of St Laurence, Launch Housing and St Vincent’s, along with relevant government departments.
The Better Health and Housing Program (BHHP) will support individuals with health issues who are experiencing chronic homelessness by providing an integrated health and homelessness service response for stays of usually 12-26 weeks. BHHP environment will support residents to rest and recover, and address health and social issues, according to the person’s own goals.
Undertake holistic comprehensive assessments in collaboration with the client using a strengths based and trauma informed approach.
Communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of team members, key stakeholders and external service providers.
Facilitation of client generated goals that are realistic, time limited and based on addressing health and wellbeing needs.
Assessment and management of risk issues, including timely documentation of the plan and escalation.
Assist/support and at times escort clients to medical and specialist appointments and enabling client appointments
Communicate with clients in a respectful manner, and engage in verbal de-escalation where required
Complete all Mandatory Training (Applied Suicide Intervention Skill Training, Basic Life Support, Outcome Measurement, Infection Control, Workplace Culture and Equity Training and Management of Aggression Training consistent with St. Vincent’s policy.
Ensure all documentation and client records are completed and managed in a timely manner according to SVHM, and BHHP and procedures
Actively participate in supervision, professional development and performance reviews
The classification for this position is YW7 ($107,692 per annum, pro rata).
Your Contribution
Current Nursing Registration with AHPRA
Minimum 3 years’ experience in relevant acute/community setting Police Check
Drivers Licence
Current national criminal history check or willing to obtain
What we Offer
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement
About The Better Health and Housing Program
The Care Coordinator BHHP will provide person centred care coordination for clients living with complex psycho-social chronic healthcare needs, while part of BHHP.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
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.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Respectfully, no agencies please
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
View Reconciliation Action Plan
Website: https://svhs.org.au/
Headquarter Location: Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
Employee Count: 1001-5000
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Association ⋅ Education ⋅ Health Care