Description:
About the role
South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking a Disability Liaison Officer (DLO) to join our team as the primary contact point to support people with disabilities to access SWH services. The purpose of the Disability Liaison Officer (DLO) is to support inclusive, equitable and safe access to healthcare for people with disability.
The DLO is the predominant contact point for people with disability to provide support to access health services. The work includes but is not limited to helping people attend appointments, linking people with relevant health services, supporting people during their hospital stay, exploring options for preventative healthcare and helping people access assessment and treatment services. The DLO will work to address barriers that prevent people with disability from accessing services including fear, uncertainty and issues with accessibility.
Position Overview
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Hours: Full-time (80 hours per fortnight with a monthly ADO)/Part-time job share applications will be considered
- Salary Range: commensurate based on experience
- Location: Warrnambool Campus
- Professional Area: Social Work and Counselling
What you bring
The successful applicant will be passionate about supporting people with disability and have recognised extensive experience and knowledge in the field of disability. They will be able to apply policies and processes to meet challenges of known and evolving disability support situations. Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication are critical for this position along with a proven ability to work autonomously and within a team.
Nursing or relevant Allied Health qualifications (i.e Social Work/Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy) are essential. Additionally, qualifications in disability are highly desirable.
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
- Internal and external professional development opportunities
- A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
- Excellent terms and conditions of employment
Who we are
As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here .
SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday, 27 April 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
For any enquires regarding the role please contact Natalie Jeremias - Manager Social Work and Counselling at njeremias@swh.NET.au
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Health Sector) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 or Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 or Health and Allied Services, Managers & Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021- 2025
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
- Police Record Check
- Employee Working with Children's Check
- Current Immunisation status
Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.NET.au