Health Services Manager

The GEO Group; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 141,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Super salary packaging

Scholarships

Family university scholarships

Paid study leave

Special leave

Safety & Wellness

Job summary

The GEO Group Australia is seeking a Health Services Manager to lead the provision of clinical health services at Hopkins Correctional Centre near Ararat and Ballarat, Victoria. You will coordinate staffing, ensure evidence-based practice, and meet contractual key performance measures, while working within a safe, governed environment.

This full-time role offers an attractive base salary of AU$157,000 plus super.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse (AHPRA).
• Post-graduate qualifications related to health or health service management or extensive relevant experience.
• Experience leading clinical governance and clinical risk management at local level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the provision of all health services at Hopkins Correctional Centre.
• Ensure health services are delivered safely and in an evidence-based manner.
• Meet Key Performance Measures per the contract between Client and GEO Healthcare.
• Investigate and manage incidents and complaints and ensure reporting and corrective actions.
• Coordinate local staffing and resources to meet patient needs and contractual obligations.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Change management

Safety leadership

Performance measurement

Coaching and development

Clinical governance

Clinical risk management

Education

Nurse registration with AHPRA

Post-graduate health/health service management qualification

Job description

Opportunity to join provider of Healthcare services to public prisons across Victoria as Health Services Manager, Hopkins near Ararat and Ballarat.

Demonstrate Strong Leadership Skills in a dynamic working environment.

Attractive Base Salary of $157,000 + Super, Country Location.

About the roles

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

The Health Services Manager (HSM) is responsible for managing the provision of health services at Hopkins Correctional Centre including to ensure that the services are delivered in a safe and evidence-based manner.

The role is responsible for coordinating staffing and other resources at Hopkins Correctional Centre and for meeting Key Performance Measures (KPMs) in accordance with the contract between the Client and GEO Healthcare.

Full‑time Health Services Manager at:

• Hopkins Correctional Centre near Ararat and Ballarat

For full information in relation to this role, including more details regarding the key accountabilities,

• Health Services Manager Position Description

Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate will have:

Essential:

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse.
• Post‑graduate qualifications related to health or health service management or extensive relevant experience.
• Recent management experience and leadership experience demonstrating appropriate skills, including change management, safety leadership, measuring performance and coaching and development.
• Demonstrated experience in leading clinical governance and clinical risk management at the local level.
• Lead and operationally coordinate the provision of all health services at Hopkins Correctional Centre to ensure health needs of the patients and contractual requirements are met by all staff.
• Coordinate local staffing and other onsite health resources, to ensure the efficient use of resources in meeting the health needs of people in prison and achieving key performance measures.
• Provide advice and support to the prison General Manager regarding the delivery of quality, comprehensive and evidence‑based health services to the patient population in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Coordinate the investigation and management of incidents and complaints and ensure reporting and corrective action requirements comply with GEO Healthcare policy, service specifications and contractual obligations.
• Participate in meetings with Justice Health and Corrections Victoria and other meetings when requested to attend.
• Actively promote the development of a culture which supports the GEO Healthcare's efforts to maintain and improve its Quality, Safety, Environmental, Risk, Asset and Security Management Systems.
• Ensure compliance with all Company Policies and Procedures and the Governance, Risk and Compliance Manual and Code of Conduct.
• Able to drive culture encompassing a person‑centered focus.
• Proven people and communication skills including relationship building, cooperation, conflict resolution, influencing others and facilitating open discussion.

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.

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