Clinical Services Project Officer (CAMLAP Implementation) #1012-4

Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities?

Come & join us!

The Organisation

"STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range of services to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communities to take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and cultural strengths."

The Role

The overarching goal of this position is to provide administration, delivery, and implementation support across a range of critical projects within the Clinical Services Area at STARTTS. The main and initial focus of this will be on the implementation of CAMLAP at STARTTS. This role would suit someone who is motivated to develop their knowledge and skills through engagement with a wide range of projects and clinical services, including clinical innovation, clinical governance, and quality improvement.

Perks and Benefits

• Employment with attractive leave entitlements including 14 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks annual leave and paid Accrued Day Off (ADO) (full-time employees only) and other entitlements.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay.
• Great education opportunities through our Training department.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Flexible hybrid work.

Enquiries: Joshua Hall; Clinical Services Team Leader (02) 9646 6700

Work Type: Full-time; 38 hours per week. Contract up to 31 October 2025 (continuation subject to ongoing funding)

Location: Carramar

Salary: Health Education Officer, or other relevant classification based on qualifications, experience, and requirements of the role.

Vaccination Requirement: Category A

*This position is considered child-related employment and will require a Working with Children Background Check and a National Police Check.

VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

*This role is a Category A role. It is mandatory for Category A workers to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria (as per the current NSW Health and STARTTS policies).

Vaccination and/or assessment is required for Category A workers for the following transmissible diseases – measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella (chickenpox), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), influenza and tuberculosis.

COVID19 vaccination is strongly recommended, but not a requirement for employment.

If successful you must provide evidence of vaccination and/or assessment.

Should you not be able to comply with vaccination requirements before your commencement date, the offer of employment may be withdrawn.

If you have a medical reason for why you cannot be vaccinated, a medical contraindication evidence will be required.

Details

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Essential Criteria

1. Tertiary qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or another relevant Allied Health discipline, or currently pursuing relevant qualifications with strong academic performance.
2. The ability to support implementation and evaluation of service delivery incorporating continuous improvement, evidence-based practice, and research.
3. Demonstrated developed computer skills for the purpose of analysis, specifically Microsoft Excel (or equivalent), knowledge or initiative of learning other statistical analysis programs.
4. Demonstrated understanding or commitment to developing understanding of the effects of torture and trauma on individuals, families, and communities and its impact on resettlement in the Australian context and demonstrated advanced time management skills to deliver projects efficiently and on time.
5. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within a multicultural environment.

Desirable Criteria

1. Bilingual in a relevant community language.
2. Experience in working with interpreters.
3. Current NSW Driver’s Licence.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.

1. Complete a https://www.startts.org.au/jobs/employment-application-form/
2. Write a Statement Against the Selection Criteria outlining how you meet the selection criteria (see the guide “How to apply for a job at STARTTS”)
3. Submit an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
4. Provide copies of relevant Qualifications if applicable (overseas qualification must be assessed by an appropriate Australian body to be considered)
5. Statements of Service from previous relevant roles (if applicable, please ask us for a sample)
6. A cover letter is optional.
7. Email your application and supporting documents to: STTS-Jobs@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing date: Wednesday 9th October 2024

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information on how to apply of your check: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check/applicant

NSW STARTTS