OverviewThe Women's & Children's Health Network provides state of the art health care for women, babies, children and young people across South Australia. We are the state's leading provider of specialist care for children with acute and chronic conditions as well as being SA's largest maternity and obstetric service.Our community-based services also reach hundreds of thousands of babies, children and young people, their families and communities across South Australia through our various services and programs in areas such as our Mental Health, Child & Family Health services, Youth Health and Aboriginal Health services.Join our team and contribute to providing South Australia's women, babies, children and young people with the best health care through both within our hospital or via our many and varied community services and programs.The OpportunityWe currently have an exciting opportunity to join us at WCHN as an Administrative Officer on a casual basis within the Women's and Babies Division.The Administrative Officer is responsible for:
Providing confidential secretarial, reception, and administrative services to the Women's and Children's Health Network.
Working on a roster including day and evening shifts within clinical areas, requiring multi-skilled proficiency in administrative tasks.
Performing duties autonomously and undertake responsibility for more complex tasks and decision-making.
Coordinating with the designated Midwifery Unit Manager/Shift Coordinator for duties and decision-making within the area.
About YouTo be successful in this role, you would need:
Effective communication skills, including empathy and courteous manner.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Capability to handle conflicts impartially and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders while maintaining high service standards.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work accurately under pressure.
Proficiency in word processing, Microsoft Office, and data entry.
To find out the specifics, including the key selection criteria and special conditions, please go to the attached role description.Benefits of Joining usNot only will you be able to use your skills and abilities in a both a challenging and rewarding role contributing to some of South Australia's most vulnerable women, babies, children and young people, you will also receive and attractive annual salary package with employer superannuation contributions and leave loading as well as the opportunity to maximise your salary through arrangements.Application InstructionsYou will be required to attach a 1-2 page cover letter addressing the key selection criteria of the role and a current resume/curriculum vitae prior to clicking 'Submit Application'. It is recommended to allow enough time to complete the whole application as the system times out after one hour of inactivity.Other Important InformationThe South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.Check(s)
DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (direct contact with blood or body substances)SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 859549EnquiriesSandy Rigby - Administration Manager Women's and Babies DivisionPhone: 81617509E-mail: Sandy.Rigby@sa.gov.auApplication Closing Date8/9/2024 - 11.55PMAttachmentsFlexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
