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1 West Gippsland Healthcare Group Position Description Community Rehabilitation Centre Position Title: Assistant Grade 3 Employment Type: Reporting Relationship: Enterprise Agreement: Division: Classification: Location: Part time, fixed term (temporary maternity replacement) Responsible to the Community Rehabilitation Centre Coordinator Victorian Public Health Sector (Health Professionals, Health and Allied Services, Managers & Administrative Officers) Multiple Enterprise Agreement Nursing Assistant Grade 3 TC2 West Gippsland Healthcare Group (Hospital Site) Position Summary: The Community Rehabilitation Centre provides a number of programs including centre based rehabilitation and a new home based rehabilitation program. This position involves providing Assistant services to the Home Based Rehabilitation program to clients in their homes under the direction and support of Clinicians. Some involvement in centre based rehabilitation programs may also be required. Organisation Overview: West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a sub-regional public hospital providing 77 Hospital and 110 Aged Care beds. We provide acute medical and surgical, paediatric, obstetrics & gynaecology, emergency, aged care and community services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne. West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre in Drouin, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Rawson Community Health Centre, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital. Vision: To improve the health and wellbeing of our community.

Health and Allied Services, Managers & Administrative Officers) Multiple Enterprise Agreement 2011-2015 Nursing Assistant Grade 3 TC2 West Gippsland Healthcare Group (Hospital Site) Position Summary:

2 Mission: West Gippsland Healthcare Group is committed to the provision of high quality, integrated health care that meets the changing needs of individuals and our community. What we value is: Our Customers Our Community Our Staff Leadership Improving Performance Be committed to continuity of care for individuals whilst recognising rights, responsibilities and participation. Be a responsible corporate citizen and neighbour in caring for our community and environment We are committed to our staff s wellbeing and ongoing development Be a role model in the planning and delivery of health services Ensure continuous quality improvement. Organisational Structure: The Assistant will report to the Community Rehabilitation Centre Coordinator. Direct reporting line: Chief Executive Officer WGHG Director of Nursing Services Physiotherapy Manager Community Rehabilitation Centre Coordinator Receptionist Assistant Clinicians CRC Admin Assistants The Assistant will be required to liaise with: Externally: Internally: Clients and their families. Community Rehabilitation Centre staff, Physiotherapy Department staff, other Department staff, Receptionist.

3 Qualifications/Experience: Mandatory: Recognised Assistant Certificate IV or equivalent qualification. Experience in provision of therapy support services Experience working as part of a team Experience with computer skills including word processing programs Experience in general administration /clerical duties Key Selection Criteria: Key Competencies: Excellent communication (both verbal & written) skills. Ability to work effectively with minimum supervision to implement therapeutic and related activities in a variety of environments, including home. Ability to complete allocated tasks promptly and competently. Ability to apply theoretical knowledge base to clients. Clear understanding of scope of practice for this role. Ability to identify circumstances or changes in patient status requiring additional input from an Clinician. Computer skills including use of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. Good organisational skills. Current Victorian Driver s Licence. Experience in independently delivering therapy programs. Ability to monitor changes in patient condition and suggest appropriate interventions based on these changes. Understanding of the therapy role in the Community Rehabilitation / Home Based Rehabilitation setting. Sound knowledge base in areas particular to the provision of Assistant services. Knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. Personal Attributes: Ability to relate well to clients from diverse backgrounds. Excellent interpersonal skills. Self-motivation. Sound organisational and time-management skills. Pleasant and mature attitude. Ability to work under direction and seek assistance/clarification when required. Flexibility with working hours. Ability to work under pressure. Commitment to corporate vision, mission values and agreed critical strategies. Key Responsibilities: Support Services: Provide therapy support services as part of a client-centred, multi-disciplinary team in the Community Rehabilitation Centre Home based Rehabilitation Service and

/clerical duties Key Selection Criteria: Key Competencies: Excellent communication (both verbal & written) skills.

4 centre based services (as required) in accordance with relevant policies and procedures (both program and organisation and facility wide). Provision of therapeutic activities /services devised and delivered with the support of Community Rehabilitation Centre / Home Based Rehabilitation Service Allied Health Clinicians. Communicate desired outcomes to patients, family members /caregivers and relevant staff as appropriate. Prepares resources and environment and returns same to previous state in a timely manner. Ensures services and information are delivered in a professional and timely manner with a strong customer focus Encourages patient involvement in their care. Teamwork: Participate in planning, implementation and evaluation of therapy sessions Attend team/staff meetings and participate in transfer and discharge planning. Liaise with relevant members of the Healthcare team. Resource Management: Ensure equipment and supplies are used efficiently and according to procedures / guidelines. Reporting and recording of client / patient information: Document therapy delivery as per required standards Documentation of daily statistics as per required standards. Records daily details of client contact via statistics as required by the Community Rehabilitation Centre. Report on client / patient progress appropriately. Confidentiality: Ensure that any personal, private or sensitive information obtained regarding a staff member or client remains confidential. Personnel Reporting To This Position: Not applicable Annual Operating Expenditure: Not applicable Personal Responsibilities: Comply with all Occupational Health & Safety Regulations. Comply with all legislative requirements. To complete mandatory training annually that has been identified as being a requirement of the position. Comply with WGHG credentialing requirements. Participate in continuous quality improvement.

Communicate desired outcomes to patients, family members /caregivers and relevant staff as appropriate. Prepares resources and environment and returns same to previous state in a timely manner.

5 Ensure that effective lines of communication are maintained with key stakeholders. To participate in an annual performance appraisal every twelve (12) months. Actively seek feedback from Stakeholders (Health Professionals, Consumers, Carers & the Community). Conditions of Employment: Employment subject to provision of satisfactory Police Record Check and/or Working with Children Check. 6 months probationary period. Comply with all WGHG policies and procedures. Reviewed By: Occupational Therapy Manager Last Review Date: May 2013 Date to be Reviewed: May 2016 I have read and am satisfied that I have understood the contents of this Position Description. While this position description reflects the current duties and responsibilities, it is not to be interpreted as all inclusive. It may be subject to review from time to time. Employee Name: Employee Signature: Witness: Date: The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Conditions of Employment: Employment subject to provision of satisfactory Police Record Check and/or Working with Children Check. 6 months probationary period.

West Gippsland Healthcare Group. Position Description Graduate

West Gippsland Healthcare Group Position Description Graduate Position Title: Employment Type: Reporting Relationship: Enterprise Agreement: Division: Classification: Location: Registered Nurse / Registered