Allied Health Project Officer, The Assistive Technology-Rural Access Project
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Allied Health Project Officer, AT-wRAP Project
Building Capacity to deliver Assistive Technology solutions to enhance the lives of people with traumatic brain injury in rural settings: The Assistive Technology-Rural Access Project (AT-wRAP).
About the Organisation
At Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research (“Ingham Institute"), we are committed to inspiring better health and transforming the treatment and care of people living with the most prevalent medical conditions and diseases.
We have local purpose, national significance and global impact.
Our research focus is linked to the health and medical needs of individuals and families living in South West Sydney and weare committed to inspiring health and transforming care in our local community. However, our wider purpose is to make and apply discoveries that translate to radical improvements in health and health care for all.
We are a values-based, equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our values act as a guide for our behaviours and engagement with our colleagues, partners, stakeholders, and the communities we support.
Our values
Imagination – we boldly challenge each other to think differently.
Inclusion – we believe in and direct our efforts towards equity for all.
Impact – we maximise our success by being relevant, focused, and responsive.
Integrity – we operate with honesty and transparency in everything we do.
About the role
We are looking for an Allied Health Project Officer to undertake an exciting role focused on enhancing the capacity of allied health clinicians to deliver Assistive Technology solutions that support the independence and community participation of people with traumatic brain injury living in regional and rural NSW.
The project officer will be part of a larger state-wide project team led by the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Research Group / Assistive Technology Hub based at the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research in Sydney and funded by icare NSW. The project is a partnership between the Ingham Institute, the University of Sydney, Charles Sturt University and Monash University and is collaborating closely with the Agency for Clinical Innovation NSW Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program Directorate.
Theposition is responsible for an engagement with brain injury services, clinicians, and people with brain injuries across 4 hubs within Northern NSW. The Allied Health Project Officer will conduct needs assessments and service level environmental scans, coordinate and facilitate educational events to engage stakeholders at regional hubs, build linkages with technology suppliers, support clinicians in the practical application of AT, and help foster a network to sustain these efforts.
Please note, the position would suit an individual living in rural or regional Northern NSW and will require some travel.
The term of employment is 2 years and 9 months. Salary level is commensurate with NSW Health Service Health Professionals (Allied Health) State Award (2024) -
Level 3 between $112,396 - $116,038 p/a (plus superannuation & salary packaging), 1FTE contract.
Level 4 up to $124,607 p/a (plus superannuation & salary packaging), 0.8FTE contract.
About You
As an Allied Health Project Officer, the following essential requirements are needed for the role:
Degree in allied health with registration from the relevant Professional Association, Board or Authority.
Experience in working with individuals who have a traumatic brain injury or individuals with a cognitive impairment and their families within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Relevant knowledge and skills in the application of AT to facilitate independence and participation among individuals.
Experience in delivering supervision, mentoring, and or training to allied health clinicians.
Familiarity with planning and coordination needs for health-related projects and or events.
Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships, networks and relationships to achieve professional and team objectives.
Relevant knowledge related to quality assurance and service evaluation initiatives in healthcare settings.
Excellent organisational skills and strong computer proficiency.
At the Ingham Institute, we are proud to offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that fosters professional development and work-life balance. Some of the key benefits include:
A competitive salary plus access to great salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,900 tax free, annually to offset against general living expenses including rent, mortgage and credit card payments).
A Meal Entertainment card (salary package up to $2,650 annually of dining out, hotel accommodation, venue hire and catering expenses).
State-of-the-art research facilities and resources.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
A collaborative team culture.
How to Apply
To be considered for this opportunity, all applications must be submitted via SEEK and are required to include:
a cover letter outlining how your experience and qualifications align with the essential requirements of the role.
To be eligible to apply for this position, applicants must have existing Australian work rights, and any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check. The assessment seeks information only relevant to performing the inherent requirements of the job, it remains strictly confidential, and applicants will be informed of the result.
As a public health charity endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient, salary packaging opportunities are available to Institute employees.
Please note that only short-listed applicants who have included the correct application documentswill be contacted.
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