Barwon South West Homelessness Network Coordinator Employment Type - Temporary Part TimeHours per fortnight - 64Classification - Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector)(Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement : SC34 SCWork Grade 3, Year 4 (excl. Allied Health Managers)Job Category - Homelessness Networker CoordAbout UsSituated just 150 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, at the foot of the stunning Otway Ranges, close to Lorne and the Surf Coast, Colac Area Health services 21,000 people who call the Shire home.
Colac Area Health meets the needs of more than 30,000 people in the Corangamite, Colac Otway, and Surf Coast Shires.
A unique integrated health service providing a wide range of clinical and non-clinical services to the Colac and district community.
This includes the following:Nursing/MidwiferyAged CareMedicalCommunity ServicesCorporate ServicesSupport ServicesAbout the roleBarwon South West Homelessness Network CoordinatorTemporary part time until 30/01/202632 hours per weekColac Area Health is a values-based organisation providing a unique integrated health service comprising of over 500 employees, providing Acute Care, Aged Care, Community and Allied Health Services.The Networker position plays a significant role in the development and implementation of current and future sector wide reforms of the homelessness service system through facilitation and support to the Barwon and the South West Homelessness Network (BSWHN).
The role is auspiced by the Colac Area Health.The role of the BSWHN and Network Co ordinator is to assist and support homelessness funded agencies across the Barwon and South West DFFH regions to critically engage with ongoing policy and service development changes, and to use the evidence gathered by the sector in their service delivery to advocate for an effective resolution to homelessness at a regional & State wide level.The BSWHN is structured in a way that enables and supports the inclusion of membership in the Network via regular meetings, reports, information sharing and consultation through the Local Area Service Networks (LASNs) which comprise all homelessness funded providers in the catchment areas.What's required?
Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Welfare, Community Development or related discipline is highly desirable.Extensive experience and strong understanding of issues relating to Housing and HomelessnessExperience in developing strategic plans, operational objectives, and executive level secretarial supportDemonstrated experience in project management, preferably in the not-for-profit and/or government sectors.Experience in liaison and collaborative work with diverse stakeholders, including government, community organizations, and statewide collaborative networksDemonstrable experience in community services sector development and deliveryDemonstrable high level leadership and change management skillsHigh level writing and communication skills and an ability to promptly prepare reports and other forms of documentationHighly developed ability to consult and negotiate effectivelyAbility to facilitate regional forums/workshops/meetings and event management skillsCapacity to advise on the development of cutting-edge program responses to service gapsDemonstrated ability to undertake high level critical analysis of policy and service development frameworksDemonstrated commitment to the principles of social justiceA communication style that is open and focused on problem solving and identification of strategies/mechanisms to progress resolution of issues.Benefits working with usColac Area Health offers the following benefits;Extensive organisational orientation/department inductionSalary Sacrificing/PackagingActive Social ClubExtensive professional development and continuing educationEmployee Assistance ProgramAccess to on-site research support from theCAH Research Unitand theWestern Alliance Academic Health Science CentreWe believe in the power of diversity and inclusion.
We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.Are you currently a Colac Area Health employee?
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You can then apply though the internal portal.We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country upon which we work, the Gulidjan people and their Elders past, present and future.
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