Recovery Partner - Non Work Related

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, 38 hours per week
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1
Remuneration:  $84,436 per annum to $112,331 per annum + super and benefits
Location: NSW Ambulance State Operations Centre, Sydney Olympic Park
Closing Date: 12 December 2024

ABOUT US

NSW Ambulance is an integral part of the NSW Health system that must work together seamlessly to deliver services to the community of NSW. We take a values-based leadership approach putting our people at the centre of everything we do, striving to deliver our mission of Excellence in Care through our CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. 

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ABOUT THE ROLE

NSW Ambulance is seeking a dynamic individual where you will be contributing to the rehabilitation and recovery for workers who are recovering from non-work related injuries and health conditions. The position focuses on facilitating communication and support for injured workers to help them return to work in a safe and efficient manner. The role also provides advice, involves coordinating with relevant stakeholders, and ensuring that employees wellbeing is prioritized throughout their recovery journey. If you are passionate about making a difference, supporting workers through their recovery, and fostering a compassionate and supportive work environment, this position could be an excellent opportunity to apply your skills and make a real impact. 

Please refer to the Role Description and Position Conditions and General Info for further information.

OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE (for eligible employees)

Besides your salary, you will have access to:

• A range of leave to support you with your needs out of work including generous paid parental leave, carers leave and more 
• Allocated Days Off (ADO) once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)    
• Additional Public Holiday 
• Opportunities for extra tax savings through salary packaging
• Novated leasing, lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible fulltime employees)   
• Extensive staff support programs available to all staff and families, free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families 
• Fitness passport, and medic-fit gyms at most locations, discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
• Health coaching service available to all staff providing individualised support 
• Discounted private health insurance  
• Career development and growth opportunities

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will require the following experience and attributes:

• A demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• A mature approach to be able to interact co-operatively with treatment providers, management and stakeholders at all organisational levels to achieve measurable outcomes.
• Develop, implement and monitor recover at work plans for non-work related injured or ill employees in line with medical advice.
• Communicate regularly with NSW Ambulance Management teams and stakeholders to determine ongoing fitness for work, including facilitating the necessary medical and fitness for work information to assist in decision making as required.
• Assist in promoting recovery at work and the health benefits of work to managers and supervisors, and attend sector, division and unit meetings where required.
• Maintain a confidential case notes database to ensure all relevant documentation relating to a non work related injured or ill employee is up to date, correct and their privacy is maintained. This includes extracting relevant information from the database to provide accurate information on case management and case status as required.

HOW TO APPLY

Please respond to the below two questions (max 4000 characters including spaces) and submit this with your CV and other required information.

Question 1: Describe a situation where you showed initiative, however your work was criticized, how did you respond?

Question 2: Provide an example of a time when you were able to communicate successfully to another person even when you knew that person would initially disagree with you. What was the outcome?

If you would like to discuss the position and role description more before you formally apply, confidential enquiries can be made to Karen Gorrie via:

E: Karen.Gorrie@health.nsw.gov.au

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. 

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