Administration Officer (Grade 1), Connected Care

Description:

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 48

Job Category - Administration - Administration Assistant

Req Id - 3379

• Administrative support for a large community based multidisciplinary team
• Join a dynamic team in a client centred model of care
• Permanent part time position (up to 48 hours a fortnight)

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages oflife and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We service more than 500 000 people through the efforts of more the 9000 staff and volunteers acros more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About the facility

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong, in Geelong's CBD, the McKeller Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

The Connected Care Program aims to deliver better health outcomes and reduce hospitalisation rates by improved integration of care with existing GPs, providing specialist assessment, negotiated, comprehensive care pland and early escalation pathways for clients. The service provides targeted and individualised service to consumers with complex chornic health or psychosocial needs at risk or recurrent ED presentations, admissions and readmissions. The service is primarily delivered in the home, with telehealth, phone or in-clinic appointments at Barwon Health facilitites as required.

About the role

Connected Care Administration is:

• responsbile for consumer focused adminsitrative support for a large multidisciplinary and dual site program
• being a central point of contact for consumers, families/carers, internal and external service providers to access the Connected Care team
• to facilitate the electronic registration and closure of Connected Care referrals
• to support site administration to enable the Connected Care team to be as effecicient and effective to acheive desired outcomes

To be successful in the role you will have:

• previous health administration experience
• demonstrated ability to communicate with people at all levels and varying communication styles
• the ability to work in a large multidisciplinary team
• a proven ability to multitask, manage competing priorities and problem solve
• proven computer literacy and ability to learn specialist programs

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our offical email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

About the culture

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's committment to professional development.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to out 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Wide-range of professional development opporutnities to enhance your career
• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilan, Geelong is thought to mean "Tongue of Land".

• Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
• Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
• Doorstep to Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
• Appreciate our vast and ubundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.

If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance

Contact Name: Chelsea Gielen - Connected Care Coordinator

Email: chelsea.gielen@barwonhealth.org.au

Contact Phone: (03) 4215 7401

Advertising closing date: 3rd, April 2025

Barwon Health