Jobs – Vic

Dementia Program Promotions Officer
*Are you experience in health or community promotions?
*Would you like to develop, promote and deliver community programs to inform carers, families and general community about dementia risk reduction and support services?
*Are you creative, well organised, a self starter and enthusiastic?
*Do you want to be part of a new leading edge program and make it truly exemplary?
Alzheimer’s Australia Vic is the peak body representing the interests and providing a range of services to people with dementia, their families and carers in Victoria and is in a period of significant growth.
A position description is available at www.alzheimers.org.au. Click on Victoria and go to Employment or contact Shane Brown on 03 9815 7800 for details.
Email applications should be forwarded by no later than COB Monday, 5/2/07 to Shane Brown, HR Manager, Alzheimers’s Australia Vic. sbrown@alzvic.asn.au

WaterAid Australia -Part-Time Database Manager – Mitcham
WaterAid Australia is an NGO dedicated to the safe provision of safe domestic water, sanitation and hygiene education to the world’s poorest people. It works by helping local organisations set up low cost, sustainable projects using appropriate technology that can be managed by the community itself. It seeks to influence the policies of other key organisations, such as governments, to ensure and protect the right of poor people to safe, affordable water and sanitation services.
Key Responsibilities:
The Database manager will be responsible for the management, processes, documentation, input, reporting, functionality and ongoing development of Raiser’s edge (WAA’s donor database system) and will be expected to be able to work responsibly and independently in the absence of other staff.
For detailed role description please visit www.pathwaysaustralia.com.au.
. The appointment is via an employment contract for a period of up to 3 years with the option for renewal for a further 3 years. A pro-rate salary package (up to 3 days per week) will be negotiated with the successful candidate based on experience.
Applications close Wednesday 7 February 2007. They should consist of:
-one page outline of why you want this position and what you would bring to the job
-a detailed CV
-contact details for 2 referees.
Applications should be sent to WaterAid Australia, Private Bag 1, Mitcham, Vic 3132 or via email: chris.wootton@wateraid.org.au.

Parkinson’s Victoria – Communications Officer
20 hours per week
This role based in Cheltenham is responsible for stakeholder communication, increasing Parkinson’s awareness, brand recognition and support. Formal qualifications in marketing or a related discipline and demonstrated experience in a similar position are essential. The successful candidate will have excellent computer skills, including Publisher and high level written/verbal communication skills.
A position description is available at www.parkinsons-vic.org.au. Applications addressing Key Selection Criteria can be sent to Glenn Maroney, wo Kingston Rd, Cheltenham 3192 by Tuesday 13 February. For further info contact Glenn Maroney 9551 1122, gmaroney@parkinsons-vic.org.au.

Employment Consultants x 3W CIG – Disability Employment Services
WCIG currently has three vacancies for full0time employment consultants in Disability Employment Services at the Sunshine, Footscray and Werribee offices.
Sunshine- The successful applicant would have the ability to speak Vietnamese (preferred not essential) and have a relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in providing individualised support to people with psychiatric, physical and sensory disabilities.
Footscray- This position will require the ability to assist deaf/hearing impaired clients and be able to sign AUSLAN, together with job placement, marketing & career counselling. Relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in providing individualised support to people with disabilities are desirable.
Werribee- This is a 12 month maternity leave position and will require the successful applicant to have relevant tertiary qualification and/or experience in providing individualised support to people with disabilities.
All three positions will require to place and support people with psychiatric, physical and sensory disabilities in open employment. A background in assisting people with disabilities, together with job placement, marketing & counselling skills are required. Applications must address the key selection criteria. Position descriptions are available by contacting Reception on: Sunshine- (03) 9311 9411 or e-mailing: stanam@wcig.org.au
Footscray- (03) 9689 3437 or e-mailing: christinec@wcig.org.au
Werribee- (03) 9731 0477 or e-mailing: xiomarat@wcig.org.au
Applications addressing the selection criteria close at 5pm on Monday 5th of February 2007

Project Officer, Educational Services St. Kilda Road
12 Months Fixed Term, Full-time (1.0 FTE) Position
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is a member-based organisation committed to the development and maintenance of standards for general practice and the training and education of general practitioners. The College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Project Officer to join the Educational Services team based at the National Office in South Melbourne. Reporting to the National Manager, Educational Services this position is responsible for aspects of RACGP core business and educational projects through the provision of support for the activities of the Educational Services Department. This includes facilitating approved project activities and providing a link between the project stakeholders and the Department. This position supports a key area of work for the RACGP education area; the RACGP’s role in the pre-vocational program in conjunction with fund holders and other known stakeholders. As the successful candidate you will have:
Previous experience in project management including preparation of submissions for funding, development and implementation of projects; · Excellent analytical and organisational skills;
· Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a variety of stakeholders; · Sound strategic planning experience;
· Proven networking skills and demonstrated capacity to work independently and in partnership with members of multidisciplinary teams; · Strong skills in information technology; and
· A tertiary qualification with expertise/experience in education, or health related field with minimum of 2-3 years relevant work experience. Skills in data management and analysis and an understanding of general practice culture are desirable.
Applications and referee contact details are to be forwarded to Tina Vlass, RACGP Human Resources, 1 Palmerston Cr, South Melbourne VIC 3205 or via email at recruit@racgp.org.au by 12 February 2007. A position description can be obtained from the College website http://www.racgp.org.au/jobs. You can apply on line

Financial Controller – The Salvation Army-Salvos Stores Melbourne – South Eastern Suburbs .$100k Salary Package including a Motor Vehicle
The Salvation Army-Salvos Stores which operates over 180 recycling stores in Victoria, Tasmania South Australia, Northern Territory and Western Australia is seeking a highly motivated professionally qualified and experienced Financial Controller who enjoys a ‘hands on’ practical role and has the initiative and drive to further consolidate the company’s strategic and operational financial functions. The ability to lead, mentor both a Management Accountant and a Finance Accountant and train a small finance team, meet operating objectives and develop close working relationships with key stakeholders both within Salvos Stores and the broader Salvation Army are all key requirements of this role. You will have extensive experience in a broad commercial environment having established a track record in preparing timely and accurate financial information and budgets, developing and implementing best practice financial management policy and creating streamlined procedures that underpin quality decision making processes. Your creative intellect, general management and leadership skills and passionate commitment to holistic and ‘outside the square’ thinking, will be trademarks of your previous roles.You will report to and work closely with the CEO taking charge of Corporate Governance, Legal, IT, Financial and Statutory matters. Responsibilities will also include assessment of business unit profitability and performance review, budgeting, cash flow management and forecast.
Please email your CV details , to resume@amazingresults.com.au or for a confidential discussion and a Position Description, please call Ken Patteson, Principal – Amazing Results Executive Search Group. Offices Melbourne, Sydney and Perth on 1300 669139 or 0417 777 838. You can apply on line

Recreation Development Officer and Sport & Recreation Officer(two positions)-Sandringham
Do you enjoy working with communities to enhance their recreation opportunities and to promote healthy lifestyles? Do you have a strong commitment to quality leisure facilities, services and programs?
Bayside City Council’s Leisure and Recreation team is seeking to appoint two innovative, resourceful and proactive professionals who enjoy a challenge.
The Recreation Development Officer
will focus on enhancing leisure opportunities, health and wellbeing outcomes and the development of quality systems.HRMM/169 – Salary Circa $55.8k pa, plus superannuation
The Sport and Recreation Officer
will work with community users of Council’s wide range of leisure facilities.HRMM/170 – Salary Circa $45.5k pa, plus superannuation
Written applications close Friday 9 February 2007 at 5pm. Applicants MUST quote the relevant position numbers listed above. To find out more about Bayside and/or to apply for these positions, please visit out website www.bayside.vic.gov.au. You can apply on line.

Women’s Outreach Program, Case Worker – 8 Month Maternity Leave Contract
WAYSS Ltd is a community based organisation providing housing and support services in the south eastern region of Melbourne.
There is currently a position in the Supported Assistance and Accommodation Program as a Women’s Outreach Program Case Worker, available as an 8 month maternity leave contract.
Our team of Case Workers operate from sites in Dandenong, Cranbourne, Narre Warren and Frankston. The outreach program aims to provide information, advocacy, referral and case management support to single women and single women with children who are homeless and/or at risk of homelessness. This program also aims to assist single women and single women with children to maximise their ability to live independently.
Salary offered is in line with the SACS Award.
Applicants should obtain a position description by calling 9791-6111 or visit www.wayssltd.org.auYou can apply on line

Family Violence Outreach Service SE Melbourne
Two positions:
Faxback Intake and Case Worker (Part-time, Monday-Wednesday) and Case Worker (Full-time)
WAYSS Ltd is a community based organisation providing housing and support services in the south eastern region of Melbourne.
Faxback Intake & Case Worker(Part-time,Monday – Wednesday)
This position is available in the Supported Assistance and Accommodation Program. Based in Frankston, this position aims to facilitate the operation of the WAYSS Victoria Police FaxBack Formal Referral Program, to provide information, advocacy, referral and support to women and women with children living in or escaping from family/domestic violence, and to advocate and liaise on issues surrounding family/domestic violence to members of Victoria Police and organisations in the wider community.

Case Worker
We currently have a full-time Family Violence Outreach Service, Case Worker position available in the Supported Assistance and Accommodation Program.Based in Narre Warren, this position aims to provide information, advocacy, referral and case management support to women and children experiencing and/or escaping family violence and who are homeless and/or at risk of homelessness. To ensure that case managed support is provided within the context of initial and ongoing safety and risk assessment.
Salary offered is in line with the SACS Award.
Applicants should obtain a position description by calling 9791-6111 or visit www.wayssltd.org.au You can apply on line.

Tenancy Advisors (Casual) Fitzroy
The Tenants Union of Victoria is seeking to recruit a number of casual tenancy advisors for our Fitzroy legal service. Tenancy advisers provide information, advice and referrals to residential tenants and rooming house and caravan park residents through our telephone and drop-in advice services.
Applicants must demonstrate:
Excellent interpersonal skills;Ability to learn legislation relevant to residential tenancies;Experience providing direct client services;A comitment to social justice and the rights of tenants;Sensitivity to the diverse needs of service users.
Position description and application details can be can be downloaded from our website www.tuv.org.au.You can apply on line

INCLUSION SUPPORT FACILITATOR -East Middle Melbourne
Limited Tenure to December 2008 (26.6Hrs P/Wk)
In partnership with the Inclusion Support Agency consortium we seek a dedicated & influential professional to resource and support Childcare staff to implement inclusive practices and strategies.
Selection criteria includes a tertiary qualification in Early Childhood Education (Special Education desirable); knowledge of inclusion principles & the implementation of inclusive programming in the context of a children’s service; expertise in working with children from one or more of the priority groups; ability to prepare reports; negotiation, problem solving and influencing skills; Victorian Driver’s Licence and current Police Check.
MANDATORY APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please forward your applications including the following 3 components:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Selection criteria – MUST be addressed in one of the above.
Please address mailed applications to: The Manager, Employee Services, City of Boroondara, Private Bag No. 1, Camberwell 3124 or by fax to 9278 4412 by 5/02/07.
You can apply on line.

strong>Senior Program Manager – Significant Relationships/FundraisingMelbourne
Attractive Salary circa $100K Package
This national health non-government organisation directly funding patient support, research and prevention programs, is seeking to engage a dynamic professional to head up its Significant Relationships Donations unit in Victoria. Reporting to the Director, Corporate & Community Relations – Fundraising, you will be responsible to drive a re-organisation of the business unit and lead by example its ongoing effectiveness. Key attributes required for this position include:
Proven professional ability to lead a small team in the complex and developing philanthropic trusts, corporate and individual donor programs; Strong strategic thinker, responsible for the planning and delivery of a wide range of marketing initiatives across the multi faceted major gifts sectors ;A solid appreciation for the mindset of Baby Boomers, X and Y generations, and their attitudes in supporting financially, research programs into the major health issue of today; Demonstrated success in leading and developing staff and volunteers with systems promoting a performance driven culture of excellence.
Tertiary and Post-graduate qualifications in appropriate disciplines; Proven experience with ‘one on one’ relationships at a very senior level.
A strong financial background would also be valuable.
Please email your resume for prompt assistance to resume@amazingresults.com.au or for further details please contact Ken Patteson, Principal 1300 669 139 or direct (02) 9380 2358 for a confidential discussion. You can apply on-line.

RECRUITMENT AND PROMOTIONS CO-ORDINATOR-Canterbury
Interchange Inner East is a community based not-for-profit organisation which provides planned respite programs that are responsive to the changing needs of families and their children / young adults with disabilities. The organisation is dedicated to improving the lives of children / young adults with disabilities, and their families.
The main aim of the role is to recruit new volunteers through promotion of the agency, and to build the general profile of the organisation.
You will receive an extremely competitive starting salary of $46,582 p.a., with significant tax concessions adding about $6000 to your take-home pay!You can apply on line.

Case Manager-Epping
This position as an Employment Consultant is to work with unemployed people to assist them in securing sustainable employment and a brighter future. This will entail managing of a caseload of candidates and ensuring that administrative and compliance requirements are achieved. High energy levels, creative flair and highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills are vital.
In this role you will practise one on one candidate care, assess client needs, understand and break down the barriers to employment and focus on capabilities to ensure progress towards an employment outcome. As an employment consultant you will utilise your coaching experience, motivational skills, ability to think outside the square, computer skills to achieve targets. Forward your resume to recruitment@sarinarusso.com.au by Friday, 2nd February 2007 quoting ref: CA-Epp3. You can Apply on line.

Community Support Worker
Gellibrand Residential Services (GRS) is currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their Team. GRS is a non-profit organisation that provides support to adults with an intellectual disability living in the Western Region.
We have 5 relief positions available, up to 40hrs per week which includes sleepovers and weekend work. GRS is also looking for applicants with administration experience, though this is not a requirement. Applicants must have a manual drivers license. Previous experience in the field is not a requirement, as GRS provides thorough training.
An Information Night will be held at:
24 Withers St, Sunshine VIC
at 7pm on Monday 12th February 2007
Applicants are required to attend this session.
RSVP’s and applications to be received by 8th February 2007. Resumes will be accepted via fax, email or post and must be accompanied by a covering letter. You can apply on -line.
Email: info@grs.org.au
Fax: (03) 9300 5444
Post 24 Withers St, Sunshine VIC 3020