Women's Health Centre Gladstone

Position Vacant - Manager

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We are seeking to recruit a Manager to join our friendly and committed team.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in coordinating a community service, demonstrated leadership and supervision skills, and an understanding of specific challenges facing women and families.

Please contact Marie on 4979 1456 or email whealth@bigpond.net.au for an application package and specific enquiries.

Applicants must forward their responses to the selection criteria with a current resume, including two referees by close of business 28 January 2007.

Salary packaging arrangements are available. Sac’s award.

Position Description and Key Selection Criteria

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: MANAGER

Location: WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTRE, GLADSTONE

Purpose of Position: To manage the day to day operation of the Centre which promotes the well being and empowerment of women.

To work in close collaboration with the Management Committee in order to achieve organisational goals.

To assess and respond to the needs of women.

To establish networks and liaise with existing services.

Accountable to: The Management Committee.

Salary and Conditions: Fulltime/maximum 75 hours per fortnight
In accordance with SACS Award
Level 6 (CSW 6 )

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Management - Centre
• Comply with accountability requirements of State-wide Non-Government Health Services as per the Service Agreements.
• To manage the day-to-day operation of the Centre, including responsibility for coordination and development of staff work areas, so as to achieve the objectives and long-term goals of the organisation.
• Maintain and promote a service which reflects the needs of the Gladstone region.
• Encourage an environment supportive of, and conducive to teamwork, and be responsive to client’s needs.
• Liase with and support Management Committee.
• Responsible for budget preparation in consultation with the Treasurer, and for ensuring that all conditions for financial management and accountability are met.
• Responsible for coordinating, planning and the evaluation of Centre programs and service provision. This includes the incorporation of analytical skills for the continuance of the Centre’s development.
• Provide assistance to management committee in the development of the Strategic Plan.
• Responsible for the implementation and ongoing reporting in reference to the said Strategic Plan.
• Ensure that an effective resource library and a comprehensive lending library, which meet the needs of the community, continues to be developed and maintained.
• Ensure that up to date Centre records, statistical data and information systems are maintained and backed up.
• Responsible for the development, implementation and support of Centre policies, procedures and work practices.
• Investigate opportunities, make recommendations and prepare application for funding, in consultation and collaboration with Staff and Management Committee.
• Represent the organisation as required to funding bodies, media, public forums and on relevant committees.
• Responsible for negotiating employment of relief and casual staff and program facilitators.

2. Management – Staffing Responsibilities and Decision Making
• Participate in staff recruitment, selection, review, appraisal, grievance and dismissal in consultation with Management Committee.
• Responsible for the supervision, support and development of staff.
• Responsible for the supervision of students on field placement.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Volunteer Staff Training Program and management of Volunteer Staff.
• Responsible for coordinating weekly staff meetings.
• Represent staff to the Management Committee.

3. Response to Clients and on Behalf of Clients
• Respond to telephone calls, welcome women to the centre and assess and respond to their needs.
• Support and advocate on behalf of women.
• Provide information on a wide range of issues to service users.

4. Community Development
Address women’s health issues at community level by:
• Liasing, networking and promoting the service within the Gladstone Region through the media, potential Service users, other Services, Agencies and Groups.
• Liasing with other welfare/health workers and women to determine health issues which need to be addressed or reinforced.
• Participating in relevant/appropriate groups and networks to represent the Centre and promote women’s health issues.
• Initiate response to local issues and expressing women’s needs in outlaying communities.

5. Other Duties
• Attending meetings of other Women’s Health Centre Mangers in Queensland.
• Other duties as required for the effective fluid operation of the Centre.

6. Training and Professional Development
• Undertake regular external supervision.
• Attend workshops, conferences and training in areas of relevance to the position of manager negotiated with the staff and management group. All manager attendance at such, should be negotiated with the staff and Management Committee.

7. Accountability
• Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Attend and provide regular reports to the monthly Management Committee Meetings.
• Responsible for preparation of the Quarterly and Annual Reports as is required by the funding body.
• Participate in annual Staff Development and Performance Reviews.
• Complete data collection forms for statistical purposes and maintain these as records.
• To be committed to quality improvement of the Women’s Health Centre of Gladstone.
• Perform other duties as may be negotiated from time to time by the Management Committee for the effective operation of the Centre.

WOMEN’S HEALTH AWARENESS GROUP OF GLADSTONE INC

MANAGER

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

AC 1 Possession of a relevant tertiary qualifications or relevant experience attained through previous appointments, service and/or study at an equivalent level of experience and expertise to undertake the range of activities required.

AC 2 Experience or the ability to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to, working within a feminist framework that promotes the well-being and empowerment of women. Knowledge of current issues and trends relevant to women.

AC 3 Ability in the management of human resources, including skills in recruitment and selection, training, supervision and performance management of a team of staff and volunteers and ability to work in accordance with policies and procedures.

AC 4 Ability to work in close collaboration with a management committee and staff team to coordinate the day-to-day operations of a small human service organisation, including duties relating to funding submission applications and management of a budget.

AC 5 Demonstrated high level of written and communication skills and interpersonal skills including conflict resolution and negotiation, and assessment and intervention skills in response to the needs of women.

AC 6 Ability to establish and maintain networks and consult and liaise with other services in the Gladstone region to promote the services of the centre.

Application Package

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APPLICATION PACKAGE

A GUIDE TO APPLYING FOR VACANCIES

Position Description:
A Position Description is available for each advertised vacancy. As a first step in applying for a position, you should acquire the relevant Position Description. This can be obtained by telephoning the Manager at the Women’s Health Centre or via email whealth@bigpond.net.au

The Position Description should be read carefully, as it may describe:
• The purpose and major duties;
• Primary delegations, accountabilities and responsibilities;
• Selection criteria;
• The organisational environment which shows the position in relation to supervisors and subordinates;
• Additional factors which indicate unique requirements specific to the position, eg, the need for travel, irregular working hours, the period of employment if the job is temporary, educational requirements, etc.
• Closing date
• The name and telephone number of the contact person who you may contact if you need further information about the position.

YOUR APPLICATION

Written Application:
The following documentation is required when applying for an advertised vacancy:

• A covering letter of application;
• Responses to each Selection Criteria in the form of a written account of your qualifications, experience and skills and how they relate to each of the criteria;
• A resume of curriculum vitae;
• The names, positions and telephone contact numbers for two work-related referees (current supervisor preferred wherever possible);
• Supporting documentation considered relevant to the position, eg, copies of documents that demonstrate your ability to meet the stipulated mandatory levels of education or professional qualifications outlined in the Position Description.

The wording of the Selection Criteria reflects the required level of qualifications (if applicable), competency level, knowledge and skills to successfully fill the position. More attention is paid to an applicant’s response to the Selection Criteria than to the details presented in a resume. Applicants should ensure that they provide a full response to every Selection Criteria, be concise, yet informative. A full response would generally be between 1 page for each criteria.

Merit is the sole basis of selection; wherever possible, give evidence of your merit. In other words, don’t simply state that you meet particular qualifications, but provide specific examples that demonstrate how you meet the criteria.

For each criterion:
1. State in WHAT way you meet this selection criterion;
2. Demonstrate HOW you do this; and
3. State WHY this is important (make links from past experience, knowledge, skills etc to the position you are applying for. Tell the selection panel WHY this will make you the ideal person for this position).

Example:
Selection Criteria: Ability to work in teams

WHAT:
I have worked in small groups/teams _______________________.
HOW:
I have always been an effective team member because ___________________.

Remember that the job market is a competitive one and therefore your application will have more chance of attracting interest from the selection panel if it is well presented, concise and relevant. It is worth stressing that the primary purpose of any application is to obtain the opportunity for an interview in order to substantiate your claims for appointment to that position.

*** You must submit your application and two (2) additional copies by 4.00pm of the closing date recorded on the Position Description.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The Selection Panel will consist of three members.

The process that the panel adopts in reaching a selection decision will be based on individual merit. This process includes:

• Consideration of all applications against the Selection Criteria for the position and short-listing of applicants who demonstrate in their application sufficient merit to warrant interview;
• Other assessment techniques if required, eg, in-basket or work samples test, aptitude test;
• Interviewing of short-listed candidates;
• Reference checking of candidates with the highest ratings as perceived by the Selection Panel;
• Recommendations for appointment made and confirmed and notification of appointment made;
• Advice to unsuccessful applicants; and
• Feedback to applicants (if requested).

SHORT-LISTING

The short-list for interview is decided through a systematic process of comparing information by each applicant against each of the Selection Criteria. Those who most closely match the criteria will be interviewed. As a general rule, panels will often interview between three and six candidates. If you are unsuccessful in making it to the short-list you can seek feedback from the Panel Chairperson. This feedback will indicate only how the application was rated in relation to the Selection Criteria, and not how the application fared in comparison to other applications.

WEIGHTING OF CRITERIA

Prior to short-listing of applications taking place, selection panel members will decide on the weighting of the Selection Criteria. Weighting is determined by considering each criterion relative to its overall importance to the position and being allocated an appropriate percentage. For example, if it is decided that one of the criteria is critical to the successful performance of the function, then that criteria will be weighted accordingly, by being allocated a higher percentage. Note that you will be advised before an interview as to how the weightings have been allocated.

THE INTERVIEW

The interview provides candidates with the opportunity to demonstrate that they possess the greatest overall merit to succeed in the position advertised. The body of the interview will be structured, in that each candidate will be asked a series of prepared questions based upon the Selection Criteria contained in the Position Description. This type of approach helps the panel to make an equitable decision based on merit. All applicants will be asked the same core questions. The panel may also ask you several follow-up questions for each criterion to ensure that they obtain the information they require. Your answers will be rated according to how well the panel feel you meet each criterion. If you are short-listed for interview, you will also be given 15 minutes to peruse the interview questions prior to the interview commencing.

Each interview will normally take between 45 and 60 minutes, during which time you will be given the opportunity of asking any questions or seeking clarification from the panel on any points, and of tendering any additional information or documentation which you may feel will assist your application. At the end of this process, panel members will discuss and reach a consensus on the relative merit of each candidate, based on the quality of the application and performance at interview.

REFERENCE CHECKS

Reference checks are carried out in relation to the candidate with the highest score across all elements used in the selection process. In situations where there is only a marginal difference in final scores, reference checks may be conducted on several candidates. The purpose of these checks is to verify that the information provided by the candidate in both applications and interview is accurate.

NOTIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT

All applicants will be advised in writing of the outcome of the selection process following approval of appointments.

Resignation

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Recently Marie MacDougall, the Manager of Gladstone Women's Health Centre, announced her resignation in order to pursue her interest in diabetes.

Marie's devotion to sharing knowledge, advocacy for women's groups and needs, providing timely and quality counselling and medical services, maintaining a professional and welcoming centre that caters for the needs within this area has been greatly appreciated by the women of Gladstone.

Her support to individuals, families and groups have been invaluable to this community and it is very difficult to imagine the centre without her at the helm.

But - imagination is an integral part of this service! Seeking a suitable person to fill this position!

Marie's last working day will be the 10th January 2008 and she will be available to assist any enquiries on 4972 1456 or email mmwhag@bigpond.net.au

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POSITIONS VACANT

Women’s Health Program

The Women’s Health Program is seeking an experienced, suitably qualified support worker to provide brief intervention counselling support to women as well as facilitating workshops and conducting health promotion activities. This is a full time position 75 hours per fortnight. The position requires a degree in the social sciences or social work.

Sexual Assault Support and Prevention Program

The Sexual Assault Support and Prevention Program is seeking an experienced, suitably qualified counsellor to work with women who have experienced sexual abuse. Minimum 15 hours per fortnight, flexible. The position requires a degree in the social sciences or social work.

Closing date 20 July
Enquires and to obtain an application including selection criteria call Marie on 4979 1456, email whealth@bigpond.net.au or scroll down for same on this blog.

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How to apply.

Scrolling through the blog you will find the position description and the key selection criteria for each of the advertised positions. The selection panel will consist of three people who will assess each application on merit, so your answering the selection criteria carefully will be crucial to the selection panels choice. Phone or email the centre for a more complete information package on the application. Please submit your Resume, a cover letter and your answers to the key selection criteria before the closing date of the 20th July 2007.

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Key selection criteria - Sexual Assault Support and Prevention Program - Counsellor

SC1. Demonstrated possession of tertiary qualifications and extensive experience relevant to the duties of the position.

SC2. Comprehensive understanding of the causes and effects of sexual violence against women.

SC3. Well developed framework for the provision of high quality counselling services to women of diverse backgrounds and the ability to articulate personal frameworks.

SC4 Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, and the capacity to impart information to a broad cross section of people.

SC5 Possession of a current "A" class drivers licence, Possession of or willingness to obtain a suitability card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Current First Aid Certificate.

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Position Title: Sexual Assault Support and Prevention Program Counsellor

Location: WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTRE, GLADSTONE

Purpose of Position:

 High quality individual counselling and support services to women aged 15 years and over who have experienced recent and/or past rape and/or sexual assault and who reside in the Gladstone region.
 Provide short and medium term counselling with women aged 15 and over who have experienced past sexual assault.
 Providing crisis response to women and young women who have experienced recent sexual assault.
 Providing support to clients through requisite medical and/or police procedures.
 Providing information and support to women’s support personnel, where appropriate.
 Evaluating the effectiveness of the counselling service on a regular basis.
 Participating in the development, implementation and review of appropriate and effective policies and procedures that relate to the provision of counselling services to women who have been sexually assaulted.

Skills and competencies required
Value Competencies:

 Relationships: be able to build a healthy and safe rapport with clients and other staff members
 Advocacy: be able advocate for the rights and needs of clients to ensure the best possible outcomes.
 Empowerment: to assist clients to be empowered within their relationships with the Service.
 Accountability: be accountable to the clients and to the service
 Quality: provide a high quality service
 Be able to develop, implement and manage projects from conception to post evaluation.

Role Competencies:
 Work/knowledge: to be able to provide counselling services appropriate to the clients of Women’s Health Centre.
 Quality of work: to provide high quality counselling and support to women accessing the service and quality projects. To write case notes in a timely manner, which conform to the centre policies.
 Interpersonal Skills/Communication skills: demonstrate high levels of interpersonal and communication skills.
 Presentation skills: demonstrate ability to present appropriate and relevant information in a professional group setting/community setting.
 Team work: to be able to work effectively in a team.
 Problem solving: be able to problem solve in relation to the individual client, client context and the service context.
 Counselling skills: ability to articulate personal therapeutic frameworks used within counselling.
Accountable to:
The Management Committee through the Centre Manager

Salary and Conditions:
15 hours per fortnight In accordance with SACS Award Community Service Worker Level 5 (CSW 5)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Individual Support Work
 Provide generalist face to face and telephone counselling services to women who have been sexually assaulted.
 Provide crisis face to face and telephone counselling services to women who have been sexually assaulted.
 Support and advocate on behalf of women.
 To make appropriate referrals eg GP, Support Workers, Women’s Shelter, Mental Health, Domestic Violence Counselling, CQ Financial Services
 Provide accurate information on a wide range of issues to service users.
 Participate with other staff to answer telephone calls, welcome women to the centre and to respond to their needs.
 Keep statistical data on all activities
2. Outreach Support
 Provide outreach support within a defined region.
 Research and respond to identified needs of rural and isolated women who have been sexually assaulted.
3. Training and Professional Development
 Participate in fortnightly internal supervision with the centre manager.
 Participate in external supervision.
 Attend workshops, conferences and training on areas of relevance to the position, as may be negotiated with the manager, staff and management committee.
4. Accountability
 Participate in staff meetings as requested by manager/management committee and report on work undertaken. If unable to attend weekly meeting provide written report to be tabled.
 Provide a written report on work undertaken each month to the management committee and attend meetings on a rotational basis with other staff.
 Prepare reports to the funding body as required.
 Participate in an annual Staff Development and Performance Review.
 Collect and document relevant data for statistical purposes.
 Be committed to quality improvement of the workplace.
 Perform other duties as may be negotiated from time to time by the Management Committee.
5. Duties of all workers
 Undertake word processing, filing, replying to correspondence, photocopying and to be personally responsible for management of own work and time, being as self-sufficient with administrative duties as is possible.
 Assist in maintaining the high standard of cleanliness within the Centre.
 Assist in maintaining a clean and tidy centre.

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Key Selection Criteria for Women's Health Program Support Worker.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

KSC 1. Demonstrated possession of tertiary qualifications and extensive experience relevant to the duties of the position.

KSC 2. Well developed group work skills and the ability to develop,
document, facilitate and evaluate group programs and processes. Demonstrated knowledge of current issues and trends relevant to women.

KSC 3 Demonstrated understanding of primary health care, health
promotion and early intervention and the way in which it impacts women of all ages.

KSC 4. Demonstrated high level of written and oral communication skills, and interpersonal skills including, community networking,
consultation and liaison, and public speaking. Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the legal requirements regarding client case note recording and confidentiality.

KSC 5. The ability to work autonomously and as a team member,
under the supervision of the centre manager, in accordance with policies and procedures.

KSC 6. Possession of a current "A" class drivers licence, Possession of or willingness to obtain a suitability card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Current First Aid Certificate.

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Position Title: WOMENS HEALTH PROGRAM SUPPORT WORKER

Location: WOMEN'S HEALTH CENTRE, GLADSTONE

Purpose of Position:

 To raise the awareness of women, 15 years of age and over, with regard to all issues affecting their health and well being through provision of information, education, counselling and support, in a non-judgemental and confidential environment.

 To provide holistic health information and community education through facilitated discussions, workshops and health promotion activities.

 To facilitate easy access to health professionals.

 To increase the participation of women in the making of decisions which affect their health and the provision of health services. Encouraging and supporting them to take responsibility their own health.

Skills and competencies required
Value Competencies:

 Relationships: be able to build a healthy and safe rapport with clients and other staff members
 Advocacy: be able advocate for the rights and needs of clients to ensure the best possible outcomes.
 Empowerment: to assist clients to be empowered within their relationships with the Service.
 Accountability: be accountable to the clients and to the service
 Quality: provide a high quality service
 Be able to develop, implement and manage projects from conception to post evaluation.

Role Competencies:
 Work/knowledge: to be able to provide counselling services appropriate to the clients of Women’s Health Centre.
 Quality of work: to provide high quality counselling and support to women accessing the service and quality projects. To write case notes in a timely manner, which conform to the centre policies.
 Interpersonal Skills/Communication skills: demonstrate high levels of interpersonal and communication skills.
 Presentation skills: demonstrate ability to present appropriate and relevant information in a professional group setting/community setting.
 Team work: to be able to work effectively in a team.
 Problem solving: be able to problem solve in relation to the individual client, client context and the service context.
 Counselling skills: ability to articulate personal therapeutic frameworks used within counselling.
Accountable to:
The Management Committee through the Centre Manager

Salary and Conditions:
37.5 hours per week In accordance with SACS Award Community Service Worker Level 5 (CSW 5)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Individual Support Work 70%
 Provide generalist face to face and telephone counselling services to women over the age of 15.
 Provide information and education on a one to one basis on health issues affecting individual women and make appropriate referrals when necessary.
 Support and advocate on behalf of women.
 Coordinate access to other screening services available locally eg. Breast Screening, Pap Smear, Counselling
 Encourage women to have more awareness of their bodies and to ask about services available to assist them.
 Maintain at all times the confidentiality of privileged information and be aware of the client’s rights.
 Assist the women’s health manager in formulating initiatives to actively reach clients who are not currently using existing services
 Participate with other staff to answer telephone calls, welcome women to the centre and to respond to their needs.
 Comply with centres policy regarding client case note recording and storage.

2. Health Promotion / Community Education/ Community Development 30%
 Engage women in formal and informal processes of consultation through which women’s health issues in the Gladstone Region are identified.
 Initiate programs in response to identified needs
 Develop and maintain accurate and up to date documentation of Women’s Health Centre programs.
 Initiate health promotion activities in the community.
 Provide workshops, informal talks and programs
 Discuss general health issues with the Gladstone Community when asked.
 Prepare, conduct and evaluate programs and processes.
 Liaise with other welfare/health workers and women to determine health issues, which need to be addressed.
 Participate in relevant/appropriate working groups and networks to represent the Centre and to promote women’s health issues.
 Research and respond to women’s health issues with a special focus on issues that impact upon women in the Gladstone Region.
 Encourage and assist formation of related support groups as identified and where appropriate within the Gladstone Region.
 Contribute to the development of Centre policies, protocols and procedures as required.
 Assist with research and preparation of funding submissions.
 Assess and update Centre information and resources including the lending and reference libraries.
3. Outreach Support
 Provide outreach support to the 4680 region.
 Research and respond to identified needs of rural and isolated women.
4. Training and Professional Development
 Participate in regular internal and external supervision.
 Attend workshops, conferences and training on areas of relevance to the position, as may be negotiated with the staff and management group.
5. Accountability
 Participate in weekly staff meetings and report on work undertaken.
 Participate in weekly supervision with centre manager.
 Provide a written report to Management Committee, in accordance with centre policy each month to the management committee.
 Attend meetings on a rotational basis with other staff.
 Prepare reports to the funding body as required.
 Participate in Staff Development
 Participate in the Performance appraisal process biannually.
 Collect and document relevant data for statistical purposes.
 To be committed to quality improvement of the workplace.
 Perform other duties as may be negotiated from time to time by the Management Committee.
6. Administration – Duties of all workers
 Undertake word processing, filing, replying to correspondence, photocopying and to be personally responsible for management of own work and time, being as self-sufficient with administrative duties as is possible.
 Assist in maintaining the high standard of cleanliness within the centre.
 Assist in maintaining a tidy and aesthetic environment.

Position Vacant - Sexual Assault Counsellor

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Position Vacant – Sexual Assault and Prevention Counsellor

Part time – 15 hours per fortnight.
Remuneration in accordance with SAC’s award. (Award Level 5)

An opportunity exists for a suitably experienced counsellor with relevant tertiary qualifications to work within the Sexual Assault and Prevention Program at Gladstone Women’s Health Centre. Minimum three years experience necessary.

Closing Date: 15th June 2007.

Enquiries and to obtain an application package including the selection criteria please call the centre on 4979 1456, email whealth@bigpond.net.au or follow the links from http://womenshealth-gladstone.blogspot.com/

Part time counsellor - sexual assault position description and selection criteria.

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Women’s Health Awareness Group of Gladstone Inc

Supporting, Assisting and Promoting Women and Women’s Health Issues in the Gladstone Region

Sexual Assault Support and Prevention Program Part-time Counsellor

Position Title: Counsellor
Terms: Part-time – 15 hours/fortnight
Reporting relationship: This position reports to the Manager
Classification: Social and Community Services Award Level 5

1. Position summary:

The Counsellor is an integral part of the service provision team at Women’s Health Centre and is required to work within the guidelines of the centres policies and procedures. The position provides:

 High quality individual counselling and support services to women aged 15 years and over who have experienced recent and/or past rape and/or sexual assault and who reside in the Gladstone region.

2. Duties and responsibilities.
To provide a high quality counselling and support service to women aged 15 years and over who have experienced past or recent rape and/or sexual assault. This includes:-

 Providing short and medium term counselling with women aged 15 and over who have experienced past sexual assault.
 Providing crisis response to women and young women who have experienced recent sexual assault.
 Providing support to clients through requisite medical and/or police procedures.
 Providing information and support to women’s support personnel, where appropriate.
 Evaluating the effectiveness of the counselling service on a regular basis.
 Participating in the development, implementation and review of appropriate and effective policies and procedures that relate to the provision of counselling services to a diverse range of women.

3. Skills and competencies required.

Value Competencies:
Clarification as it pertains to the position
 Relationships Be able to build a healthy and safe rapport with clients and other staff members
 Advocacy Be able advocate for the rights and needs of clients to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Be able to frame sexual violence within the Centre’s philosophy and articulate this into appropriate messages related to specific projects.
 Empowerment To assist clients to be empowered within their relationships with the Service.
 Accountability Be accountable to the clients and to the service
 Quality Provide a high quality service from a trauma framework.
Be able to develop, implement and manage projects from conception to post evaluation.

Role Competencies:
 Work/knowledge To be able to provide counselling services appropriate to the clients of Women’s Health Centre.
 Quality of work To provide high quality counselling and support to women accessing the service and quality projects. To write case notes in a timely manner, which conform to the centre policies
 Interpersonal Skills/Communication skills Demonstrate high levels of interpersonal and communication skills.
 Presentation skills Demonstrate an ability to present appropriate and relevant information in a professional group setting/community setting
 Team work To be able to work effectively in a team.
 Problem solving Be able to problem solve in relation to the individual client, client context and the service context.
 Counselling skills Ability to articulate personal therapeutic frameworks used within sexual assault counselling.

4. Qualifications and/or training required:

 Qualifications in Social and Behavioural Sciences, Counselling or a related field.
 Minimum of 3 years counseling experience - experience in Sexual Assault counselling in highly desirable

Key selection criteria

SC1. Demonstrated possession of tertiary qualifications and extensive experience relevant to the duties of the position.

SC2. Comprehensive understanding of the causes and effects of sexual violence against women.

SC3. Well developed framework for the provision of high quality counselling services to women of diverse backgrounds and the ability to articulate personal frameworks.

SC4. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, and the capacity to impart information to a broad cross section of people.

SC5. Possession of a current "A" class drivers licence, Possession of or willingness to obtain a suitability card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Current First Aid Certificate.

9 Derby Street, PO Box 8219 South Gladstone QLD 4680
Telephone: (07) 4979 1456 Fax: (07) 4979 1901
Email: whealth@bigpond.net.au
ABN No: 26 651 545 436
http://womenshealth-gladstone.blogspot.com/

How to apply for positions at Women's Health Gladstone

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Applicants are considered on the merit of each application, so please pay special attention to the Selection Criteria.

As a guide, each question should take half an A4 page and address the criteria with situations you have been in, the methods you have used, the application of the method and the outcome it achieved.

The selection panel will be three people - so if your mailing your application or bringing it in - three copies of your cover letter, resume and answers to the selection criteria will be needed. Applicants emailing their application will not need to send it three times!

Please phone the centre on 4979 1456 for a more detailed application guide if you feel this would be helpful.

Breastfeeding Association

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Next meeting is on Thursday 14th June at 10am till noon.

Support and information on breastfeeding and parenting.

Phone Kim 4978 0456 or Sue 4979 0906 for further information.

Be Pampered

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For anyone who has been through or going through any cancer treatment. Enjoy a FUN morning.

Facials, makeup, hand and foot massage.

Next meet on the 12 th June and then on the second Tuesday each month at 9.30 am. Bring a plate of food to share.

Contact Marie 4978 3224 or Helena 4972 7776.

Breast Cancer Support

2007-05-27T12:20:00.000+10:00

Breast Buddies next meet on the 8th June and then on the second Friday each month at 9.30 am at the centre to offer support and share experiences.

Phone Kim 4979 1780 for further information.

Please help the support Breast Cancer group by purchasing a fundraising pen for $4. Available at the Women's Health Centre.

Breastfeeding Association

2007-04-27T14:25:00.000+10:00

Next meeting is on Thursday 10th May 10 am to 12 noon. And then on Wednesday the 23rd May 1 pm to 2.30pm.

Support and information on breastfeeding and parenting.

Further details contact Kim 4978 0456 or Sue on 4979 0906.

Young Parents Program

2007-04-27T14:22:00.000+10:00

Monday group is for parents with children 12 months and over. This group meet fornightly from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm.

Thursday group caters for pregnant women and young parents with babies up to 12 months. This group meet every Thursday from 10am to 12 midday.

Friday group is for parents whose children are in the Child Protection System. This group meet fortnightly from 10 am to 12 midday.

Free transport is available. Please ring the Centre, as only staff can make bookings for this service.

Post Natal Disorder Support Group

2007-04-27T14:19:00.000+10:00

The PND Support Group provides an environment where Mums can come along and be supported by other Mum's who understand how they are feeling. The group is held fortnightly on a Monday morning from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm.

No apointment is necessary, just come along. Free transport is available. Please ring the Centre as only staff can make bookings for this service.

Volunteer facilitators are required to provide an ongoing commitment to the PND support group. Training and ongoing support will be provided. Please call Tania 4979 1456.

Art Union Results

2007-04-27T14:16:00.000+10:00

Thanks again to Jean Kane for her donation of her beautiful paintings for this art union. Special thanks to all of the ticket sellers and those who bought tickets.

First Prize - M McGann
Second Prize - C Rideout
Third Prize - M Podgorske.

Family Nutrition Program

2007-04-27T14:07:00.000+10:00

Finding it hard to feed your family?

With a little forward planning, creative ideas and some up to date knowledge you can achieve optimum health for the whole family.

Course Co-ordinator: Kate Wilson

Parents, especially those with children aged 0-5 can come along and learn about:

Nutrition food options for the whole family;
Budgeting skills for your weekly shop;
Preparing easy, convenient and nutritious meals;
Getting the whole family physically active without breaking the budget;
How to cope with fussy eaters and other childhood health issues.

Group Dates and times.

6 consecutive group sessions Fridays from 10 am till midday. Commencing Term 3 July 2007. Phone the centre to register your interest.

Journey Through Grief and Loss

2007-04-27T13:59:00.000+10:00

New workshop starting June 5th or June 12th at the Women's Health Centre.

Bookings are essential and a brief interview will be arranged to determine which workshop meets your needs.

Preterm Infant's Parents Association Inc

2007-04-27T13:57:00.000+10:00

PIPA - watching premature babies grow. Meet at the centre monthly. Bring your own lunch.

Next session 15th May 12.30pm to 2 pm.

Contact Julie Withoos on 4975 0784 or email steve.withoos@bigpond.com

Our Fertility - Our Future?

2007-04-27T13:53:00.000+10:00

Are you experiencing difficulty getting pregnant? Come and get some information about fertility with Natural Fertility educators. You can use this information to maximise your chance of having a baby. Gold coin donation. Everybody is welcome and individual consultations can be arranged if necessary.

Next session May 2nd 9.30 - 11 am.

Celebrating Life: Beyond Survival of Sexual Abuse

2007-04-27T13:51:00.000+10:00

Sexual Assault affects many people.

Celebrating Life: Beyond Survival of Sexual Abuse is a group program run for women who have experienced sexual abuse, either recently or at some time in the past.

All information is kept strictly confidential and you can give as little or as much information as your feel comfortable with this group.

The program runs over 8 weeks and focuses on issues that may arise from sexual abuse.

You do not have to be alone.

For more information contact the centre on 4979 1456.

Stress Management Program

2007-04-27T13:49:00.000+10:00

A One day workshop on May 9th from 9am to 2.30 pm. Learn more about how stress affects you and how to better manage stress. Contact the centre for further details. Phone 4979 1456.

Be Pampered!

2007-04-27T13:47:00.000+10:00

For anyone who has been through or going through any cancer treatment. Fun mornings with facials, makeup, hand and foot massage etc. Second Tuesday of each month at 9.30 am. Just bring a plate to share.

Contact Marie 4978 3224 or Helena 4972 7776.

Breast Cancer Support

2007-04-27T13:45:00.000+10:00

Second Friday of every month at 9.30 women meet to offer support and share experiences. Phone Kim on 4979 1780 for further information.

Please help support the Breast Cancer Group. Fundraising pens are available at the centre for $4.

Getting Active in Gladstone!

2007-04-27T13:39:00.000+10:00

Monday - Walk aerobics 8.30 to 9 am. Discovering Chi 9 to 9.30

Tuesday - Walk aerobics 8.30 to 9 am. Guided meditation 9 to 9.30 am

Wednesday - Heartmoves exercise program 8.30 - 9.20 am

Thursday - Walk aerobics 8.30 - 9 am Deep relaxation exercises 9 am to 9.30 am

Friday - Heartmoves exercise program 8.30 - 9.20 am

All sessions are free (however donations are welcome!)

2007-03-30T19:11:00.000+10:00

Position Vacant – Community Promotions/ Program Support Worker.

Full - time permanent. (75 hours per fortnight) Remuneration in accordance with SAC’s award.

An opportunity exists for a Community Promotions/ Program Support Worker who is flexible, enthusiastic, energetic and self motivated to provide support and assistance for the Women’s Health Program, Sexual Assault Support and Prevention Program and the Gladstone Communities for Children Family Nutritional Program.

You will be required to have relevant experience and/or tertiary qualifications in community development and/or social sciences stream, an understanding of issues relating to women including sexual assault, the ability and willingness to form networks, liaise with other services, widely promote the services offered, attend meetings, setup and assist with group work. The successful applicant will have excellent computer skills, drivers licence, Child Suitability Blue Card and First Aid Certificate. This is a full-time position for a 2 year period.

Closing date 13 April 2007
Enquiries and to obtain an application package including selection criteria call the centre on 4979 1456 , email whealth@bigpond.net.au or follow the links from here

Celebrating Life - Beyond survival of Sexual Abuse

2007-03-27T16:18:00.000+10:00

This program is conducted on a Wednesday over 8 weeks from 9.30 am to 11.30 am for women who have experienced sexual abuse at some time in their life commencing on the 18th April.

Journey through Grief and Loss

2007-03-27T16:11:00.000+10:00

New Program commencing in June 2007 discussing the experience and strategies to manage with Grief and Loss.

Interested participants please telephone the centre. A brief interview prior to the workshop will be conducted to ensure that that your needs are met.

Special thanks to Jean Kane - local Gladstone artist!

2007-02-12T11:09:00.000+10:00

Jean Kane donated four beautifully framed paintings to the centre.

Tickets can be purchased at the centre for $? each. Cash or cheques to be made out to the Women's Health Centre. The raffle will be drawn on the 18th April at the Management Committee meeting.

International Women's Day - 8th March

2007-02-12T10:17:00.000+10:00

Women at Work: Know your rights, it's your future.

The theme draws a connection between the historical struggle for workplace equility and women's rights, and today's similar struggle to protect working conditions.

This year we are hosting a lunch at Amicis Traditional Pizza & Pasta restuarant! Amicis is located at 111 Toolooa Street Phone 4972 2082 The luncheon will be at 12 o clock and cost will be $10 per person for all you can eat pasta. Purchase your tickets at Women's Health as early as possible! They wont take long to go.

There is a lucky door prize kindly donated by local artist Jean Kane.

Lucky door prize:- “Lagoon Series Curtis Island” Oil on Board by Jean Kane. (Click on the picture to get a larger view)

Don't forget - tickets will be on a first paid basis! Cash or cheques made payable to Women's Health Centre.

Words of Farewell

2007-01-23T20:04:00.000+10:00

Denise Bedsor, our untiring support worker, left our service over the holidays to take up a new challenging position within the community. Centre staff and the Management Committee wish to thank her for her hard work and commitment to her role with our centre and the best of luck in her new position. Special thanks to her husband Jeff who provided us with invaluable IT support and knowledge.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Lee McIvor - one of our dedicated Management Committee members for her contribution , dedication and support whilst on committee. We would like to wish her and her family all the best for their next adventure in the Northern Territory.

January - February - What's Happening!

2007-01-23T19:19:00.000+10:00

Breast Cancer Support

Breast Buddies next meet is on the 9th February and then on the second Friday of every month at 9.30 am to offer support and share experiences. Phone Kim 4979 1780 for further information.

Be Pampered!

For anyone been through or going through any cancer treatment. Enjoy a fun morning.

Facials, makeup, manicures and pedicures. Next meeting is on the 13th February at 9.30 am. After that every second Tuesday of the month.

Bring a plate to share! Contact Marie 4978 3224 or Helena on 49727776.

Free Health Assessments

Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose Level monitoring. Drop in or make an appointment.

Free Aerobics, Relaxation and Discovering Chi

Walk aerobics - 8.30 am till 9 am Monday to Friday. Bring a towel or mat if you prefer.

Relaxation - Monday 9 - 9.20 am.

Discovering Chi - Low impact movements for beginners. Includes warm up and Chi Gong stretching exercises. Monday 9.15am till 10.15 am.

Breastfeeding Association

Meets on the second Thursday and the fourth Wednesday of every month. Next meeting is on Thursday 8th February 10am - noon.

Support and information on breastfeeding and parenting.

Phone Kim 4978 0456 or Sue on 4979 0906 for more information.

Preterm Infant's Parents Association Inc. (P.I.P.A)

Watching Premature babies grow. Bring your own lunch. Meets held at 12.30 - 2 pm. Next meet on 30th January. For further information contact Julie Withoos on 4975 0784 or email steve.withoos@bigpond.com

Puberty Clues

A workshop for mothers and their daughters. This is a 2 1/2 hour workshop that provides mothers and their daughters, 8 - 12 years old, with accurate and up to date information about the changes that occur during puberty and menstruation. Bookings essential.

2007 sessions - Gladstone 23rd March

Boyne Tannum 25th May

Gladstone 27th July.

A four week program exploring the changes, emotions, options health and well being for women experiencing the change of life. Commencing on the 19th September from 9 am till 12 noon. Not only informative, but relaxed and fun. Bookings essential. Phone the centre on 4976 1456

Gladstone Communities for Children Post Natal Disorder Support Group.

Have you experienced persistent feelings of despair whilst pregnant or within a year of the birth of a baby? Post Natal Disorders (PND) affects up to 20% of women and their families.

The PND Support Group provides an environment where Mums can come along and be supported by other Mum's who understand how they are feeling.

The group is held fortnightly on a Monday morning from 10.30 am - 12.30 am. No appointment is necessary, just come along. The PND support group program recommences on the 22nd January.

Gladstone Communities for Children - Young Parents Program

Fortnightly on Mondays from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm. Program recommences on the 29th January - for parents with children 12 months and over.

Every Thursday from 10 am till noon. Program recommences on the 1st February, for pregnant women and young parents with babies up to 12 months.

Fortnightly Fridays from 10 am to noon. Program recommences on the 9th February for parents whose children are in the Child Protection System.

Free transport is available for both programs. Please ring the centre as only staff can make bookings for transport.

Mobile Women's Health Service

The Women's Health Nurse conducts a free womens clinic which can include:-

pap smear, pregnancy tests
breast check, blood pressure test
blood sugar test

Next session at Gladstone on 13th February and at Boyne Island 14th February. Appointments essential 4979 1456.

Stress Management Program

Contact Tania for more details. Course running from 9.30 am till noon February 6th, 16th and 23rd

Postnatal Disorders Support Group

2006-10-25T21:25:00.000+10:00

Postnatal Disorders Support Group - Gladstone Communities for Children

Free information packs about the group and tip sheets about Post Natal Depression ( from Beyond Blue)are now available. Phone or call in to collect. The groups are help on Mondays fortnightly. Contact Tania or Carla at the centre for more information.

Sincere thanks to the Volunteers who have attended training for this group and came on board! Eight women have came on board to support the group! Marvellous participation and greatly appreciated.

Postnatal Disorder Awareness week is coming up for the week of the 12th-18th November 2006. Activities will include a stall with volunteers and information at the Kin Kora shopping centre and a static display at the Gladstone City Library.

A Caring World Shares

2006-10-25T21:12:00.000+10:00

Children's Week - 21st - 29th October.

There will be static displays in the Calliope and Boyne Libraries for the week and a display at Centro Shopping Centre from 10 am - 2pm on Thursday 26th October. These displays are held in conjuction with the Community Advisory Service, Lifeline and Let's Read; Queensland Health and the Department of Child Safety.

Setting yourself free workshop

2006-10-25T20:52:00.000+10:00

The next "Setting yourself free" workshop will commence on Wednesday 1st November. Bookings are essential. For more information contact the centre on 4979 1456 or view our workshops HERE.

Post script; This workshop is no longer conducted at our centre - however contact us to find out what we do have available. February 2007.

Field of Women - Promoting Breast Cancer Awareness Event

2006-10-25T20:44:00.000+10:00

On Monday 23rd October Support Worker Denise Bedsor and the Breast Buddies group members coordinated a small but touching event at the Lions Park in Gladstone. Pink Silhouette's in the shape of women were erected and sponsored to remember and promote the awareness of Breast Cancer within our community. A sausage sizzle and morning tea was enjoyed by all. Local member Liz Cunningham attended and gave a short speech. The morning was enjoyed by the participants. Many thanks to Denise and the Breast Buddies ladies for promoting this worthwhile cause.

Let's Read Program

2006-10-25T20:39:00.000+10:00

This program focuses on influencing parents to read to their children from birth to 5 years, and teaches parents to develop shared reading experiences with their young children.

If you would like to play an active role in promoting the Let's Read Program or to find out more information visit the website or contact Brenda for more information on 4979 1456.

2006/2007 Membership

2006-10-25T20:21:00.000+10:00

A reminder to existing members and an invitation to new members that membership of $12 is now due. The $12 is tax deductable and only members can access the library at Gladstone Women's Health Centre.

Successful walk to cure diabetes day!

2006-10-25T20:03:00.000+10:00

Those who walked from Lions Park around Lake Callemondah on Sunday 15th October enjoyed a beautiful morning amongst eager company. Estimated* 100 participants - some carrying balloons, some walking children and some accompanied by the most handsome dogs in all of Gladstone! If you did miss out on the day - donations are still being accepted online at THIS address - or call in and donate at the centre.

*Estimation made by the writer - who was wrestling her own badly behaved dog who couldn't control her excitement at the sight of the balloons, geese, swans, people walking briskly and children. Writer couldn't take photographs for the exact same reason she couldn't count properly. Writer was just bloody lucky to get the dog back in the car without the dog accosting too many people.

2006 Walk to Cure Diabetes

2006-09-05T21:52:00.000+10:00

9am Sunday 15th October

Lions Park – Dawson Hwy

Walk around beautiful Lake Callemondah

There are 140,000 children and adults in Australia living with type 1 diabetes. We have one of the highest rates in the world. Every day, five more people are diagnosed, most of them children.

Online http://walk.jdrf.org.au

By calling the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation on 1300 363 126

By contacting Gladstone Walk organiser Marie MacDougall on 040703889 or 4979 1456 or email mmacdougall@bigpond.com
Support life saving research…it’s so easy!!!

Important Notice - Annual General Meeting

2006-08-31T21:16:00.000+10:00

The Annual General meeting will be held at 6.30 pm on the 27th September at the Centre. Please let us know if you are coming so we can cater accordingly.

Nominations are being called for women who have an interest in supporting the work of the Women's Health Centre by becoming a committee member and taking on an active roll.

September - What's Happening!

2006-08-31T20:01:00.000+10:00

Breast Cancer Support

Breast Buddies Meet every month on the second Friday at 9.30 am ot offer support and share experiences. Phone Kim for further information on 4979 1780

Be Pampered!

For anyone who has been through or going through any cancer treatment. Enjoy a fun morning including facials, makeovers and luxury treatments. Every second Tuesday of the month at 9.30 am. Bring a plate to share with the group. Phone Marie on 4972 7776 or 4979 1456.

FREE AEROBICS!

Monday to Friday from 8.30 am till 9 am join the ladies in airconditioned comfort with low inpact walk aerobics. Bring a towel if you like.

Monday Relaxation Sessions - 9 am till 9.20 am.

Courses coming up in September include:

Midlife: Ourselves-Older

A four week course exploring menopause. 9.30 am till noon - Bookings essential call the centre on 4979 1456

19^th September,

Understanding Menopause,

What are the Common Symptoms of Menopause,

Early Menopause.

26^th September

Decisions, Decisions, Therapies HRT Benefits and Risks^,Complimentary Therapies and Supplements

3^rd October

Women’s Stories, Emotional Health, Mood Changes, Stress, Self Esteem

10^th October

Lifestyle Issues, Nutrition /Healthy Eating, Exercise, Bone Health, Relaxation, Pamper Yourself Techniques, Having Fun

Women Growing Stronger

Weekly sessions will provide opportunities for women to learn and grow together and to address issues that are common to women as a whole.

Next Starting – August 23 – September 27

The program is conducted on a Wednesday over 6 weeks from 9.30 am to 12 mid day

Bookings are essential.

Gladstone Communities for Children-

Post Natal Disorder Support Group

Have you experienced persistent feelings of despair whilst pregnant or within a year of the birth of a baby? Post-Natal Disorders (PND) affects up to 20% of women and families.

What to expect at the PND support group….

Friendly and non-judgmental cuppa morning,

Support and understanding from other mums,

Talk about how your are feeling,

Swap coping ideas, Meet new people in similar situations,

Occasional guest speakers and information, Child-friendly facilities.

Want to know more?

Please call the centre on 4679 1456 for expressions of interest in attending the groups.

Fortnightly on Monday mornings from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Gladstone Communities for Children-

Young Parents Program

Parents Group for young parents with children 12 months and over

Fortnightly on Mondays from 10.30am to 12.30pm

Pregnant women and young parents

with babies up to 12 months

Thursdays 10.00am to 12.00md

Parents whose children are in care

meet Fridays fortnightly from 10 am to 12md

Puberty Clues

A workshop for mothers and their daughters. This is a 2 1/2 hour workshop that provides mother and their daughters, 8 to 12 years old, with accurate and up to date information about the changes that occur during puberty and information about menstruation. Phone the centre for bookings. Next sessions will be held at Boyne Tannum on 15th September and at Gladstone on the 20th October.

Free Health Assessments

Blood pressure and blood glucose level monitering available. Drop in or make an appointment.

Pregnancy Test Kits available

Pregnancy tests are available for $3 and counsellors trained in unplanned pregnancy are available.