Associate Health Services Manager

The GEO Group; Lara; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Reward & Recognition programs

Professional development benefits

Job summary

GEO Healthcare seeks an Associate Health Services Manager to lead nursing coordination at the Western Plains Correctional Centre in Lara, VIC. The role supports the Health Services Manager and ensures delivery of primary health services to prisoners.

Essential duties include coordinating nursing teams, reporting KPIs, and delivering evidence-based nursing care within a prison setting. Onsite work with rotating shifts and security clearances are required.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration.
• Minimum three years of postgraduate clinical experience as a registered nurse.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and coordinate patient care.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Health Services Manager to oversee primary health services at the Lara location.
• Coordinate nursing staff and clinical activities across locations as required.
• Report on Key Performance Measures (KPMs) and GEO Healthcare reporting requirements.
• Deliver nursing care within a prison setting in line with GEO Healthcare values.

Skills

RN registration

Clinical nursing

Staff coordination

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Health reporting

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Join the Provider of Healthcare Services to Public Prisons across Victoria.

Full- Time position available as an Associate Health Services Manager at Western Plains Correctional Centre in Lara

$120K+ Base Salary Plus Loadings and Allowances

Free Parking, Reward & Recognition Programs and Professional Development Benefits.

GEO Healthcare provides primary healthcare to men in Public Prisons across Victoria.

The Associate Health Services Manager (AHSM) will assist the Health Services Manager (HSM) to manage the provision of primary health services at their location/s. In particular, the AHSM is responsible for coordinating nursing staff at their location/s.

The role assists the HSM with reporting on Key Performance Measures (KPMs) and other Client/GEO Healthcare reporting requirements.

When not engaged in assisting the HSM, the AHSM will undertake the duties of a Registered Nurse: delivering health services which enhance and promote the health of prisoners through evidenced-based, comprehensive and professional nursing care within a prison setting.

The role requires the incumbent to perform all duties in accordance with the GEO Healthcare Values.

This opportunity exists on a Full -Time basis at the Western Plains Correctional Centre in Lara, VIC.

Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate will have:

Essential:

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum three years of postgraduate clinical experience as a registered nurse.
• Ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in performing the role.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care.
• Demonstrated competence in clinical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work within multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the professional practice within the health facility.
• Demonstrated competence in written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills that ensure positive relationships are built and maintained with staff, the Client and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated basic level of computer literacy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Health and Safety principles

Other Requirements of the role:

• Valid Australian driver's licence.
• Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
• Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required, e.g. night shifts and weekends.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts (including weekends and public holidays).
• Onsite working (no hybrid or remote working).

About GEO Healthcare

GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.

GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.

We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values: Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.

Company Benefits Overview

The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities.

• GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men's public prisons.

Financial & Career Benefits

• Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
• Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
• Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
• Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family's education goals.
• Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
• Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.

Health & Wellbeing

• Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
• Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
• Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
• Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
• Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees

Work-Life Balance

• Free parking: Enjoy complimentary parking at our workplace for added convenience.
• Rotating rosters: Work shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
• Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
• Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.

For further information on our organisation please visit geogroup.com.au/geohealthcare

People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:

UNDERSTANDING RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE TEAMWORK EXCELLENCE

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