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1 Role details Job ad reference SC Closing date Wednesday, 23 March 2016 Role title Senior Project Officer Workplace Wellness Program Classification AO6 Status Temporary Full time commencing asap up to 30/06/2017 with possible extension, 76 hrs p.f. Salary $ $ p.a. Unit/Branch Workstream 4, Workplace, Change and Engagement Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) Program Nambour General Hospital Contact name Blake McMillan Division/Hospital Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) Contact number (07) Location Nambour (Service delivery may require this role to work across other locations within the SCHHS) Your opportunity To work with the Workforce, Change and Engagement Team to provide high level advice, support and services for the successful delivery of workplace wellness projects that meets future needs of a growing workforce and complements employee support initiatives through a period of significant change with transition to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital, while ensuring they are completed within the Queensland Health project management methodology. To develop, implement and maintain adequate policy, processes, systems and internal control to ensure effective and efficient support. It is well recognised that workplace wellness programs benefit employees and employers, as they lead to greater productivity, reductions in work-related ill health and injuries, lower workers compensation costs, decreased absenteeism and turnover, improved employee relations, enhanced corporate image and healthier work environments.

2 The primary vision of the SCHHS Health4Life Workplace Wellness Program (WWP) is to develop and incrementally implement a large-scale successful WWP model within the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service. We may define successful in terms of achievement of positive health outcomes, majority participation, and sustainability over the long term, and be cost-effective with regard to employee productivity (presenteeism) and absenteeism. The long-term intention is that our proven WWP model can be readily adopted by other institutions within Queensland Health, businesses and communities across Australia. A further overview of the Wellness Program is detailed in the attached addendum. Your role Develop and project manage initiatives that contribute to the SCHHS transition program with the aim to build into the organisational culture an environment that supports healthy lifestyle behaviours and motivates employees to protect against disease and maintain good health. Identify and develop engagement strategies to motivate participation in wellness program initiatives including pilot and research programs linking with on boarding strategies. Manage pilot studies such as weight reduction and related lifestyle related risk factors Collaborate with the Health4Life working group and other key stakeholders in progressing health and wellbeing initiatives to meet the future needs of SCHHS employees with transition to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. Undertake project management activities by developing formal project plans, budgets, supporting documentation, records and registers. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders on all project related matters. Proactively identify risks to the project and participate in discussions with key stakeholders on critical issues and risks. Provide advice and prepare reports to senior departmental management and other internal and external stakeholders as required. Manage, monitor and report on project progress and implement best practice guidelines to ensure consistent and quality outcomes are achieved on assigned projects. Prepare reports, submissions, briefing notes, ministerial correspondence and policy and documentation as required. Plan and deliver projects in line with Queensland Health approved project management methodologies. Follow defined service quality standards, occupational health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces. Actively participate in a working environment supporting quality human resource management practices including employment equity, anti-discrimination, workplace health and safety and ethical behaviour. Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with Queensland Public Service Values. Your employer - Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service The Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is a dynamic health service provider that operates in an environment where quality patient care is paramount. Our vision, as a health service, is to provide health and wellbeing through exceptional care. We are a high performing Hospital and Health Service and proud of our reputation within the Queensland public health sector. Our performance is underpinned by a culture of innovation, education, training and research. Our structure is based on a devolved model featuring service groups

3 with responsibility for defined clinical specialty areas and currently encompasses services delivered from facilities based at Nambour, Gympie, Caloundra, Maleny and community locations across the Sunshine Coast. SCHHS has embarked on a significant transformation journey to the opening of the Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH); scheduled for November 2016, with further planned growth to The expanded Health Service, incorporating SCUH, will have the capacity to meet the growing health care needs of the Sunshine Coast and Gympie communities. SCHHS is a multi-campus health service and employees may be required to work across various locations as required. Vision for the public service The Queensland Public Service (QPS) is transforming to a more values-led way of working. The following five values statements underpin behaviours that will support and enable better ways of working and result in better outcomes for our community. Customers first Ideas into action Unleash potential Be courageous Empower people For more information please visit the website: Mandatory qualifications / Professional registration / Other requirements This position requires: While not mandatory, a relevant qualification would be well regarded. This position may require the incumbent to operate a government vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required (Queensland C class licence). Proof of this endorsement must be provided before commencement of duty. How you will be assessed You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under Your role, the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following: Demonstrated project management skills, knowledge and experience in implementing large scale projects including planning, risk management, reporting and budgetary management. Practical experience in creatively designing and delivering health and wellbeing initiatives in a large geographically dispersed organisation. Demonstrated understanding of the impact of an ageing and unhealthy workforce and the need for strategies which aim to improve worker wellness and hence performance. Demonstrated high level knowledge and application of appropriate project management methodologies within the health industry. PRINCE2 knowledge highly desirable.

4 Proven leadership experience, high level of negotiation skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders in a complex and changing environment whilst providing expert project management advice, support and guidance to achieve outcomes. Demonstrated high level ability to design and coordinate projects through all stages of the project cycle. Demonstrated ability to establish project controls and processes ensuring standardisation of outcomes across the Sunshine Coast University Hospital to enable ease of duplication across the Health Service. Demonstrated high level ability and experience in identifying and analysing problems, developing and implementing remedial strategies, conducting requirements analysis activities and exercising initiative and responsibility. Demonstrated ability to prepare communication and relevant documentation in relation to the project. Your application Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability: Your current CV or resume, including the names and contact details of two referees. Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years, and it is preferable to include your current/immediate/past supervisor. Cover letter A short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant for the role, taking into account the Key Skill Attributes. How to apply Your application should be submitted online by the closing date. For new employees, including those from other Queensland Hospital and Health Services please attach: o Certified copies of your qualifications Hand delivered applications will not be accepted. All calls relating to the status of your application once the job has closed should be directed to the contact officer on the role description. Late applications cannot be submitted online. If approval has been granted by the contact officer for a late application to be considered, please contact Recruitment Services on (07) for submission. If you experience any technical difficulties when accessing please contact 13QGOV ( ). Additional information Applications remain current for 12 months. Pre-employment screening, including criminal history and discipline history checks, may be undertaken on persons recommended for employment. Roles providing health, counselling and support services that involve children will require a blue card, unless otherwise exempt.

5 Employees who are permanently appointed to the SCHHS may be required to undertake a period of probation appropriate to the appointment. Employees who are appointed to the SCHHS are to maintain data quality and manage all information in accordance with legislation, standards, policies and procedures. Employees who are appointed to the SCHHS may be required to travel and work across the SCHHS. All relevant health professionals, who in the course of their duties formulate a reasonable suspicion that a child or youth has been abused or neglected in their home/community environment, have a legislative and a duty of care obligation to immediately report such concerns to Child safety services, Department of Communities. Applicants will be required to give a statement of their employment as a lobbyist ( within one month of taking up the appointment. Applicants may be required to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 Only applications from candidates will be accepted; applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered.

6 Addendum About the Wellness Program The primary vision of The Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) Health4Life Workplace Wellness Program (WWP) is to develop and incrementally implement a large-scale successful WWP model within the SCHHS. The first step is to demonstrate this on a smaller scale in a feasibility study which can demonstrate positive measured outcomes and scalability in a focused area. Using a randomized controlled design we intend to compare the effectiveness of recognized WWP weight loss programs in a workplace environment for SCHHS staff. The funding of this project would have two important effects. Firstly, the pilot data from the results of this study would form the basis for an application for further funding from an NHMRC partnership grant to scale the model upwards. Secondly, the successful WWP team infrastructure thus formed would facilitate adopting the same methodology in other areas of the WWP such as the improvement of mental health, physical activity and stopping smoking. This specific post advertised is to predominantly develop and manage the overall project (includes physical activity, mental health, stopping smoking), work with the Health4Life team, and also to oversee the weight loss study. Project Aim This pilot study aims to assess within a workplace environment using a randomized controlled design, the relative effectiveness of three weight loss programs on SCHHS staff, in comparison to a minimal intervention group. Outcome measures of effectiveness over the study period include: >9% average body weight loss, less than 30% participant attrition rate, sustained weight loss at 12 months, with a significant increase in presenteeism and reduction in absenteeism. The first step is to demonstrate this on a smaller scale in a feasibility study which can demonstrate positive measured outcomes and scalability in a focused area. Using a randomized controlled design we intend to compare the effectiveness of recognized WWP weight loss programs in a workplace environment in SCHHS staff. Your role would be to develop and project manage strategies that contribute to the overall vision, and also manage the pilot study for weight reduction. A further key aim of the WWP is to provide additional support for employees at a time of significant organisational change and increased stressors with the upcoming opening of the SCUH. The WWP will provide information and resources to assist employees identify and manage factors that may adversely affect their health and wellbeing, the WWP is also intended to aid recruitment and retention which is particularly important with the projected growth of the SCHHS.