About us:

Central Queensland (CQ) Health's Workforce Divisionplays an integral role in the effective management of the people resources for our service. The Division takes the lead role in the attraction, retention, learning and development, performance, discipline, change management, safety and well-being, and engagement of our most important asset - “our people”.

The Workforce Division Unit comprises approximately 40 Human Resource practitioners who provide a high quality, client focused and value adding human resource service to management and staff throughout the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS).

About the role:

Contribute to the effective development and delivery of professional occupational health, workplace safety and workplace rehabilitation and return to work services provided by the Workforce Safety and Wellbeing Unit and effectively and efficiently inform and support the relevant Workforce Safety and Wellbeing Advisors and staff on occupational health and workplace safety and workplace rehabilitation and return to work responses and strategies.

The position provides advice and support in the application of workplace health and safety, workplace rehabilitation, workers compensation and organisational wellbeing to assist CQHHS achieve safe, healthy and supportive workplaces and work practice for staff.

About you:

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Non-mandatory qualifications/requirements: While not mandatory, a relevant qualification would be well regarded.
• Relevant skills and experience to effectively function as a rehabilitation and return to work coordinator is highly desirable.
• You communicate messages clearly, structure written communication so that it is easy to follow and adapt your communication style to address the needs of different people.
• You possess a working knowledge of, and experience in applying the requirements of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003, other legislation, codes and standards, relevant to the key responsibilities of this role.
• You build and sustain positive relationships with team members and clients and respond to changes in client needs and expectations effectively.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $110,852 p.a. is comprised of:

• A hourly rate between $44.47 - $49.00 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health ( mailto:[email protected] ) and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4D561331.

Applications close: Monday, 13 May 2024