About the role:
The Social Support Group Program Coordinator leads the planning, delivery and ongoing development of the Social Support Program. The aim of the Program is to assist frail older people to participate in community life and feel socially included through structured, group-based activities that develop, maintain or support independent living and social interaction. Activities are conducted away from the participant's home and in, or from, a fixed base facility or community-based settings. The program is primarily funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP).
The Treehouse Program is a holistic outpatient service providing additional care options for people who are living with dementia.
This role would suit an experienced activities assistant, an enrolled nurse or someone with an interest in diversional therapy and activity programs.
Details of Appointment: 56 hours per fortnight
Salary: Subject to qualifications
About CHRH:
Central Highlands Rural Health (CHRH) is a rural health organisation that operates five campuses across Hepburn Shire and the Macedon Ranges in the Central Highlands of Victoria in Australia, north and north-west of Melbourne. It was formed through the voluntary amalgamation of Hepburn Health Service and Kyneton District Health on the 30th November 2019. Each of our campuses retains the name of the township in which they are situated - Clunes Health, Creswick Health, Daylesford Health, Kyneton Health, and Trentham Health.
How to Apply:
Applications will be received via our recruitment portal. Please include a Cover Letter, Resume and Key Selection Criteria responses in your uploads.
Our Offering:
At Central Highlands Rural Health we have a diverse workforce where we value each person's uniqueness. We will embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
Our Employees Enjoy:
- Salary Packaging
- Staff Massages
- Fitness Passport
- Free Car Parking
- Flexible working arrangements for some positions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Staff Wellness Programs
All appointments to Central Highlands Rural Health are subject to a satisfactory clearance of a National Police Check. Employee Working with Children Check and or NDIS check if required for the position.
Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement. It is mandatory for all employees who work within the Health Care Sector have their COVID-19 and flu vaccinations. Evidence must be provided prior to commencement with Central Health Rural Health.
Central Highlands Rural Health committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, ethical practice, and the principles of Cultural Diversity and social inclusion.