Associate Health Services Manager

Be part of the exciting opening of the new Western Plains Correctional Centre!

Opportunity to join a provider of Healthcare services to public prisons across Victoria as an Associate Health Services Manager.
Full Time and Part Time positions available.
Attractive Base Salary of $107,216.18 (Based on Full Time) + Super, based in Lara VIC.
Free Parking, Reward & Recognition Programs and Professional Development Benefits.

About the role

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 and Part Time basis at our Western Plains Correctional Centre, Lara VIC. Positions may cover Monday - Sunday

For full information in relation to this role, including more details regarding the key accountabilities, please click the link below:

• Associate Health Services Manager

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)

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.

Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the GEO Healthcare Team: Click Here

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 

How to Apply:

Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:

• Three COVID-19 vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
• Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months

To apply, we ask that you complete short questionnaire below and attach a cover letter and current resume.
To obtain further information about the application and recruitment process, please contact HealthcareCareers@geogroup.com.au.

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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