Candidate Information For the appointment of:

Team Leader Immunisation

Prepared by Kane McCard Manager Permanent Recruitment

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Table of Contents 3 Ab out East ern Healt h Aut ho r it y 4 Cur ren t Vacancy 5 Posit ion Descr ip t ion 9 In f o rm at ion on Ap p licat ion Process 10 Links o f in t erest 11 Pr ivacy

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About Eastern Health Authority The East ern Healt h Aut ho r it y p rovid es a w id e range o f environm en t al healt h services

t o t he com m un it y in t h e east ern an d inner no r t hern sub urb s o f Ad elaid e.

To p ro t ect p eop le’s healt h and w ellb eing , t he Aut ho r it y ’s m ain f unct ions includ e

p rovision o f im m un isat ion services; surveillance o f f ood saf et y; san it at ion and d isease

con t ro l; an d licensing o f sup p or t ed resid en t ial f acilit ies.

Whet her you are a local, b usiness o r v isit o r , t h is w eb sit e o f f er s easy access t o essen t ial

environm en t al healt h in f o rm at ion and everyt h ing yo u need t o know ab out t he

Aut ho r it y.

Charter & Board of Management

The East ern Healt h Aut ho r it y is govern ed b y a Board o f Managem ent com p r isin g o f

t w o elect ed m em b ers f ro m each con st it uen t council: t he Cit y o f Burn sid e,

Cam p b ellt ow n Cit y Council, t he Cit y o f Norw oo d Payneh am St Pet ers, t he Cit y o f

Prosp ect an d t he Corp o rat ion o f t he Tow n o f Walkerville.

The Board is resp onsib le f o r ensur in g t he Aut h o r it y act s in acco rd ance w it h it s Ch ar t er

est ab lished und er t he Local Governm en t Act 1999.

Constituent Councils The East ern Healt h Aut ho r it y is f o rm ed as a regional sub sid iary p ursuan t t o Sect ion 43

o f t he Local Governm en t Act 1999. Sect ion 43 p rovid es f o r t w o o r m o re co uncils

(know n as const it uen t councils) t o est ab lish a sub sid iary t o p er f o rm a f unct ion o f t he

council in a jo in t service d elivery ar rangem ent .

The Aut ho r it y’s const it uen t councils com p r ise t he Cit y o f Burn sid e, Cam p b ellt ow n Cit y

Council, t he Cit y o f Norw ood Payn eh am St Pet ers, t he Cit y o f Prosp ect and t he

Corp o rat ion o f t he Tow n o f Walkerville. A com b ined p op ulat ion o f over 150 000

resid en t s is serviced .

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Current Vacancy

Executive

Team Leader Immunisation Permanent Full Time Role

Managing a Small Team with Field Work Component

Based at St Peters

The Eastern Health Authority provides a wide range of environmental health services to the community in the eastern and inner northern suburbs of Adelaide. With a mission statement to protect people’s health and wellbeing, the Authority’s main functions include provision of immunisation services; surveillance of food safety; sanitation and disease control; and licensing of supported residential facilities. Currently EHA are looking to appoint the senior role of Team Leader of Immunisation.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, this role’s objectives include supervising, supporting and provide leadership of the day to day operational activities of the Immunisation team administering Eastern Health Authority’s (EHA’s) Immunisation Programs including school based, public clinics and worksite programs within a Local Government environment. Other key responsibilities in the role include:

Ensure the maintenance of the IMPS register

Ensure the maintenance of EHA’s compliance with the requirements of:

the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register

South Australian Immunisation Co-ordination Unit

Develop and maintain networks with other immunisation providers to ensure best practice in service delivery

Work with the Senior Management Team to facilitate integrated operations, organisational process reviews and continual improvements based on EHA’s values

Promotion and marketing of programs. Undertake strategic planning and marketing activities relevant to the delivery of services

Identify alternative sources of funding

Leading a small and dedicated team, this role will see the successful candidate work both in managing immunisation programs whilst having a component delivering these programs in the field. It is expected the successful applicant will have strong written and verbal communication skills, enjoy working with a varied stakeholder group and have strong computer literacy.

Ideally suiting current Registered Nurses with previous experience in Immunisation and managing small teams, applications from Registered Nurses with a background in Education, Commerce or aligned areas of community health are strongly welcomed. On offer is a competitive salary package which has the ability to also include full use of motor vehicle as part of the salary package.

Interested applicants can apply to apply to Kane McCard using the Apply now function quoting reference number 127603. Applications close 5pm March 11th. Confidentiality of all applicants is assured. Telephone enquiries are welcomed during business hours to 08 8100 7000. Confidentiality of all applicants is assured.

Expected core competencies will centre on professional and ethical candidates with exceptional organisational, communication and analytical skills.

Interested applicants are invited to apply to Kane McCard via kane.mccard@mcarthur.com.au quoting reference number 2020242. Applications close 5pm Monday 10th May 2010. Confidentiality of all applicants is assured. Applications close 5pm Monday 10th May 2010

Please contact Kane McCard P 8100 7000 E kane.mccard@mcarthur.com.au Reference No 127603

Executive

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Position Description TITLE: Team Leader Immunisation SECTION: Immunisation REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer CLASIFICATION LEVEL: 6 DIRECT REPORTS: 4 (plus casuals)

POSITION OBJECTIVES

To supervise, support and provide leadership of the day to day operational activities of the

Immunisation team administering Eastern Health Authority’s (EHA’s) Immunisation

Programs including school based, public clinics and worksite programs within a Local

Government environment.

Ensure programs and services under your supervision are of the highest quality and are

delivered within budget and adhere to EHA’s policies, procedures and direction.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational responsibilities:

Ensure the maintenance of the IMPS register.

Ensure the maintenance of EHA’s compliance with the requirements of:

the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register

South Australian Immunisation Co-ordination Unit.

Develop and maintain networks with other immunisation providers to ensure best

practice in service delivery.

Promotion and marketing of programs. Undertake strategic planning and marketing

activities relevant to the delivery of services.

Liaise with appropriate stakeholders.

Maintain and review administrative and Immunisation Service Procedures to facilitate

efficient and effective processing and recording of all matters relating to the

Immunisation Service and ensure all information and instructions are accurate and

correct.

Engage and manage contractors and suppliers in accordance with Local Government

Act requirements and organisational policies, regulations and guidelines.

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Leadership:

Support the successful delivery of the Immunisation Programs through the coordination

of the Immunisation Nurse Team and associated administrative requirements.

Supervise the day to day activities of the Immunisation team members including:

Rostering and co-ordinating of shifts and leave as required

monitor performance and compliance within established work practices,

procedures and guidelines for all staff

Setting and monitoring of team and individual work plans including career

development reviews

Conducting regular team meetings

Recruitment and training of staff

Ensure the Immunisation services team members maintain full awareness of current

EHA policies and legislative provisions including any changes that impact on the service

provision.

Support Team members to identify opportunities for improved work practices.

Customer service:

Promote a culture of Customer Service Excellence within the EHA team.

Gather and analyse internal and external customer feedback to establish satisfaction

and expectations, and set standards and implement improvements required.

Ensure the provision of accurate and relevant advice on immunisation matters to the

Immunisation and Administration teams as well as enquiries from internal and external

stakeholders and clients.

Develop and implement proactive measures to identify areas of low uptake for

Immunisation and develop strategies to increase participation in the program.

Promote and raise the communities' general awareness of the Immunisation services

available through EHA.

Key Stakeholders:

This role will interact with a varied stakeholder base ranging from Senior Management with the Local Government, Education, Health and Private Sector Groups.

Key stakeholder relationships this role will be responsible to manage include: Schools

SA Health

Member Councils

Clients inclusive of the General Public

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Reporting responsibilities:

Accountable to the Chief Executive Officer for:

The development of the Immunisation Section operational plans as detailed in the

Annual Business plan.

Key Performance targets as determined in the EHA Annual Business Plan and / or

individual work plans.

Ensuring that team goals are consistent with EHA’s objectives by facilitating and

directing team processes.

In conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer prepare, monitor and report on the

relevant budget lines on the business unit’s annual budget and financial plan.

Report on performance against agreed KPIs for the area of responsibility, together with

variances in expenditure against budget.

Work with the Senior Management Team to facilitate integrated operations,

organisational process reviews and continual improvements based on EHA’s values.

Identify alternative sources of funding.

Risk and Environmental responsibilities:

Promote and contribute to a culture where everyone places safety first.

Identify and report health and safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries and property

damage at the workplace.

Comply with EHA’s health and safety and injury management policies and procedures

and actively participate in associated training and programs.

Management of the immunisation teams work health and safety training.

Investigate accidents and incidents and implement remedial and preventative actions.

Assist with the implementation of Risk Management policies, procedures standards,

guidelines, instructions and Risk Assessment Control Plans.

Consult with employees on OHS issues and support OHS Representatives in their

duties and/or requests.

Conduct and document system reviews and inspections of employees and contractors

with assistance from the Management Team and employees.

Confirm and/or deliver proper training and instruction is given to personnel allowing

them to complete jobs safely and without risks to health.

Conduct effective induction of all employees, followed by ongoing training to develop

and maintain a high level of OHS awareness.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS: National Police Clearance for those in prescribed positions

Some out of hours work maybe required.

Some work may be off-site, and travel is required.

Must hold a current driver’s licence.

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Attendance at immunisation workshops and seminars as required.

Attendance at meetings and training sessions as required

PERSON SPECIFICATION: Qualifications:

Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and holds a current

practicing certificate

Current First Aid or CPR training certificate

Current drivers licence

Completion of Immunisation the Basics 2 day course or other approved immunisation

training course in the last 3 years (authorisation) or has commenced the recommended

SA Health online immunisation training program

Child-Safe Environment training (Mandatory Notification training)

Training:

On the job and/or external training will be as identified between the Chief Executive

Officer and the incumbent.

Skills:

An ability to communicate effectively with members of the public, members of other

organisations, fellow employees and staff at all levels of the organization.

Strongly developed leadership and supervision skills and the ability to motivate staff.

High standard of verbal and written communication skills including good report writing

skills. Highly developed research skills.

High level of interpersonal skills with a strong customer service ethic.

Strong ability to develop work plans and timelines, and to implement and complete

these successfully both for their own position and those under direct supervision.

Creativity in problem solving including strong ability to develop options and resolution

to problems within short time frames and available resources.

Able to resolve conflicts through consultation, liaison and negotiation.

High level of computer skills.

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Information on Application Process

Than k yo u f o r r egist er ing your in t erest and review ing t he d et ails f o r t he p osit ion o f

Team Lead er Im m un isat ion w it h t he East ern Healt h Aut ho r it y

Fo llow ing is an out line o f t he recru it m en t p ro cess: Your Application

Ap p licat ions f o r t h is p o sit ion should con sist o f t w o sect ions:

1. Your CV d et ailing your em p loym en t h ist o r y, ed ucat ional q ualif icat io ns and con t act

d et ails.

2. A cover let t er o f up t o t w o p ages out lin ing your relevan t exp er ience and

ach ievem en t s, r elat ab le t o t he cr it er ia out lined in t h e p rovid ed p osit ion d escr ip t ion The Recruitment Process

Search and Ad ver t ising:

You m ay b e con t act ed f o r f ur t her d iscussion o n your ap p licat ion d ur ing t he se arch

and ad ver t isin g p hase t hat t akes p lace up un t il t he closing d at e o f ap p licat ions.

Ap p licat ion Review and Shor t list ing:

In co llab o rat ion w it h t h e clien t f o llow ing t he close o f ap p licat ions, M cAr t hur w ill

f inalise review o f all ap p licat ions and agree on a sho r t list b ased on ap p licat ion d at a

and screen in g con t en t . Screen ing m ay invo lve in it ial in t erv iew s w it h a McAr t hur

consult an t t o clar if y d et ail and com p ile a m ore com p rehensive p ro f ile o f your

ap p licat ion .

Panel In t erview s:

Select ion f o r in t erview w ill b e b ased on how w ell you have p rovid ed com p arat iv e

in f o rm at ion com p ared t o o t her ap p lican t s. Yo u w ill b e con t act ed in ad vance t o

ar range a su it ab le t im e t o at t end . If you are no t select ed f o r p an el

in t erview , you w ill b e no t if ied b y em ail.

Psychom et r ic Assessm en t s:

Shor t list ed cand id at es m ay b e asked t o com p let e an on line Psychom et r ic Assessm en t

d ur ing t h is p rocess.

Ref erence Checks:

At t he ap p ro p r iat e t im e, in f o rm at ion m ay b e sough t f rom your nom inat ed ref erees. It

is p ref erab le t hat one o f t hese ref erees is your m ost recen t o r cur ren t sup erviso r .

Your p erm ission w ill b e sough t p r io r t o any co n t act b eing m ad e.

Con f id en t ialit y is assured .

Background Checks:

Fo r som e p osit ions it m ay b e necessary t o ver if y in f o rm at ion yo u h ave p rovid ed (e.g .

Ed ucat ional q ualif icat io ns), o r t o und er t ake cer t ain p re-em p loym en t checks (e.g.

cr im inal convict ion check, w ork ing w it h ch ild ren check). These ch ecks w ill b e

cond uct ed on t he p ref er red ap p lican t (s) on ly.

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Links of interest

EHA Website: http://www.eha.sa.gov.au/ EHA Immunisation Overview: http://www.eha.sa.gov.au/index06.php?id=71&pl=9 Annual Report http://www.eha.sa.gov.au/index02.php?id=18&pl=8 2014 Immunisation Time Schedule http://www.eha.sa.gov.au/uploadFiles/documents/ehaimmunisationtimetable2014reverseda.pdf

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q ualif icat ions f o r each . Th is m at r ix m ay b e p rovid ed

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t he East ern Healt h Aut ho r it y

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