Vacancies 2009
Correctional Facilities Education Project Officer
Full time / Part time (Hours negotiable)
Temporary Position until 31 December 2009 with possible extension to 30 June 2010
Applications Close: COB 7 August 2009
Applications to:
Manager, Education Services Development
Family Planning Queensland
P.O. Box 215
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Or email: edumanager@fpq.com.au
Enquiries to:
Phone: 3250 0240
Email: info@fpq.com.au
Family Planning Queensland (FPQ) is a leading provider of sexual and reproductive health services to people in Queensland. FPQ offers clinical, education, training and information services from metropolitan and regional locations throughout the state. FPQ’s values apply to every area of the organisation and these are:
- Respect for others
- Social justice
- Ethical and professional practice
- Innovation
- Performance accountability
Project Overview:
FPQ is funded by Queensland Health to conduct the Correctional Facilities Education Project (CFEP). This project works within Queensland correctional settings to promote sexual health and raise awareness of blood borne viruses. The project officer facilitates delivery of education and training to both staff and prisoners, provides input into policy and the development of prison specific resources. The project has also developed strong partnerships within the sector in the development and delivery of project activities to promote through care for prisoners.
Position Objectives:
Responsible for the implementation of the Correctional Facilities Education Project (CFEP)
Responsible to:
Manager, Education Services Development
Collaborates with:
- Regional Education Coordinators
- Other FPQ educators and project officers
Duties and Responsibilities:
Service Delivery
- Develop, implement and evaluate education programs for staff and inmates of correctional facilities
- Liaise with FPQ Regional Education Coordinators in the implementation of programs in regional areas
Service Development
- Develop and implement a project delivery plan, including timelines, to meet project outcomes
- Liaise with key stakeholders, including relevant government and non-government agencies to inform project directions
- Prepare reports and analysis as required
- Represent FPQ and the project at forums, meetings and as required
Information & Communication Technology
- Collect appropriate data for evaluation, recording and reporting
Other Duties
- Other duties as requested by Manager, Education Services Development
Other Conditions
- Evidence of immunity to Hepatitis B or willingness to undertake Hepatitis B vaccination process.
Selection Criteria
To be successful, the applicant will need to demonstrate the following skills, abilities and attributes:
- Experience in project management
- Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of training and education programs for a range of audiences
- Demonstrated understanding of key issues in the area of sexual and reproductive health and blood borne viruses in the corrections environment
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Computer literacy with word processing, email and database programs
Applicants must:
- address the selection criteria
- provide Curriculum Vitae
- provide the names of two referees
In addressing the criteria, please provide examples and where applicable, discuss outcomes.
Remuneration
Salary: $51 000 - $62 000 pa (plus 9% Occupational Superannuation)
Generous FBT exempt salary packaging available.
No recruitment agencies please.