Project Officer (Partners in Recovery) - Gold Coast PHN

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About the Organisation

Established on July 1st, 2015, the Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) has the key objectives of increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services for patients, particularly those at risk of poor health outcomes, and improving coordination of care to ensure patients receive the right care in the right place at the right time.

GCPHN strategic goals are to:

• Improve coordination of care to ensure patients receive the right care at the right place at the right time
• Increase efficiency and effectiveness of health services for patients particularly those at risk of poor outcomes
• Engage and support general practice and other stakeholders to facilitate improvements in our local health system
• Be a high performing, efficient and accountable organisation

About Partners in Recovery (PIR)

Partners in Recovery (PIR) is a national program funded by the Australian Government through the Australian Government Department of Health (Department of Health). PIR aims to better support people with severe and persistent mental illness and complex needs, and their carers and families, by getting services and supports from multiple sectors they come into contact with (and could benefit from) to work in a more collaborative, coordinated and integrated way.

About the Opportunity

GCPHN has an exciting opportunity for a Project Officer to join their team on the Gold Coast. This role is being offered on a full-time or part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE - 3 days per week) contract basis until 30 June, 2019.

Working closely with the Senior Project Officer, you will contribute to the development, implementation, management, reporting and evaluation of Primary Health Care Projects to achieve strategic objectives and the operational plan of GCPHN.

More specifically, your day-to-day duties will include (but will not be limited to):

• Contributing to ongoing project administration to meet the objectives of strategic, operational and project plans; and
• Monitoring and reporting on the progress of approved project deliverables, including performance indicators, targets and budgets, to ensure quality outputs.

GCPHN is looking for a Project Officer with highly developed communication and project management skills who will support senior colleagues in the administration of the PIR program. Your extensive experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and ability to build relationships will be pivotal to your role.

The ideal candidate will possess the proven ability to think conceptually, analyse complex issues and develop innovative solutions and strategies, whilst working within organisational constraints and budgets. Whilst it is not a requirement,candidates with mental health or disability sector experience and understanding of National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) eligibility and processes will be highly regarded.

Applications close Monday 2nd July, 2018 at 9am, AEST

About the Benefits

This is a great opportunity to become involved with an organisation that is dedicated to driving positive change throughout primary care and improving health outcomes, working within a flexible work environment and with a friendly and supportive team!

GCPHN will provide the successful candidate with an attractive remuneration, circa $71,700 - $79,000 (FTE per annum), commensurate with experience. Additionally, you will be offered a range of benefits including salary sacrificing options which will significantly boost your overall package!

This is an unmissable opportunity to join an influential initiative in order to make an impact on health services provided throughout the Gold Coast. Apply Now!

To apply, please respond to the key selection criteria as outlined below, and attach a current resume on request.