Great Opportunity to Work with a NFP Organisation

·  Great Opportunity to Work with a NFP Organisation

·  Dynamic and Supportive Workplace

·  Brisbane Based

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Diabetes Educator to work for Diabetes Queensland to improve the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders.

We are currently seeking an experienced, positive and self-motivated Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Diabetes Educator to provide diabetes expertise in the prevention and management of diabetes for consumers, health professionals and the general community, specifically Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Responsibilities will include:

·  Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of diabetes education programs and health promotion activities (state based or local)

·  Lead, co-ordinate and conduct Diabetes Queensland consumer group education programs for people with diabetes and their carers, as well as education and training programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce and other health professionals working in primary care, within the broader metropolitan area, regional area and remote, as necessary

·  Provide information, advice and action enquiries on diabetes and associated health matters within scope of practice, received over the telephone, internet, or social media and where possible with referral back to local diabetes services

·  Conduct duties with high standards of ethical conduct and behaviour and a culture of service, performance and teamwork in Diabetes Queensland

The ideal candidate for this role will have a qualification in a health related field and excellent organsiational skills, and the ability to apply diabetes education based knowledge and expertise, to develop and implement resources and programs,

If you love being challenged and are seeking a personally fulfilling role in an organisation that makes a difference to the lives of others, then this is the job for you.

Diabetes Queensland is an equal employment opportunity employer and encourages people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please send your resume, together with your statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria (see below) to

Applications close COB Friday 16 February 2018.

Diabetes Queensland is an organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people with, or at risk, of diabetes. Funding for the organisation is through membership subscriptions and donations, remuneration as Queensland Agent for National Diabetes Services Scheme and through sponsors and fundraising.

As a not-for-profit organisation, we strive to attract committed and hardworking employees who support a community-minded approach to implementing key activities. We are proud that our staff share this philosophy and contribute a number of volunteer days across the calendar year to deliver the organisation’s mission and key goals.

The purpose of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Diabetes Educator is to provide diabetes expertise in the prevention and management of diabetes for consumers, health professionals and the general community, specifically Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This position will also support the organisation in meeting the needs of stakeholders and assist in the delivery of programs and initiatives in line with the organisational structure and identified strategies.

Education:

·  Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of diabetes education programs and health promotion activities (state based or local).

·  Lead, co-ordinate and conducting Diabetes Queensland consumer group education programs for people with diabetes and their carers, as well as education and training programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce and other health professionals working in primary care, within the broader metropolitan area, regional area and remote as necessary.

·  Provide information, advice and action enquiries on diabetes and associated health matters within scope of practice, received over the telephone, internet, or social media and where possible with referral back to local diabetes services.

·  Conduct duties with high standards of ethical conduct and behaviour and a culture of service, performance and teamwork in Diabetes Queensland.

Program management:

·  Undertake all project reporting requirements with accuracy and regulatory, compliance at all times.

·  Project panning, delivery and evaluation to meet KPIs and budget constraints.

·  Coordinate with the Health Services Team members when planning events/engagement to ensure appropriate cross promotional/engagement opportunities are considered.

·  Involvement in supporting/coordinating additional health activities and projects as directed.

Teamwork:

·  Develop and contribute to a team environment, working collaboratively in sharing and generating ideas.

·  Contribute to regular team meetings.

·  Communicate effectively and openly in the workplace.

·  Complete tasks in a timely manner and meet deadlines.

·  Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health & safety, and equal employment opportunity and comply with associated organisational policies.

Please note that the responsibilities outlined in this position description are not exhaustive, and only an indication of the work of the role. Diabetes Queensland can direct you to carry out duties that it considers are within your level of skill, competence and training.

·  NDSS Priority Leader and Program Manager, and staff within the Indigenous Health Unit

·  Other Health Services staff

·  Other Business Units within Diabetes Qld as required

·  Primary health care sector including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Services/organisations, Primary Health Networks/Divisions of General Practice, Queensland Health Services and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stakeholders

·  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and other Health Professionals

·  General Public

1.  Qualifications in a health-related field.

2.  Demonstrated excellent organisational and time management skills as well as the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

3.  Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge, skill and expertise in diabetes education, to develop, implement, evaluate and review resources, programs or products as required.

4.  Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a broader health team and across business units. Utilising liaising skills both with internal and external stakeholders.

5.  Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentations.

1.  Qualifications in diabetes education or working towards them.

2.  Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies, history and their cultures, including an understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in contemporary Australian society.

The incumbent to the position will be required to:

§  Occasionally work non-standard hours

§  Travel to Queensland communities and interstate as relevant

§  Possess Queensland drivers licence

It is expected of the incumbent of the position will give full commitment, support and actively participate in achieving the strategic directions of Diabetes Queensland as the organisation and staff adapt to a new and dynamic operating environment. This includes the flexibility to accept changes and additions to specified duties that will evolve as a result.

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