Vacancies 2010

Health Promotion Officer – Cairns (part-time 22.8hrs/week)

Family Planning Queensland (FPQ) is a unique Queensland organisation offering services in the area of sexual and reproductive health. FPQ provides clinical services, education, training, information and advice related to sexual and reproductive health. An exciting opportunity exists to join this dynamic organisation in the position of Health Promotion Officer.

The successful applicant will develop and implement sexuality education programs for various groups in the community and priority professionals.

Salary and hours will be negotiated with the successful applicant depending on qualifications and experience. Range: $48,186.70 to $55,978.23 (pro rata) + 9% superannuation.

Generous salary packaging available.

If more information is required after reading the position description please contact:

Rowena Prentice
Phone: (07) 4031 2232
Email: rprentice@fpq.com.au

Written applications must address selection criteria (available at www.fpq.com.au) and include current resume with 2 professional referees.

Applications by: Close of business Monday 22^nd March 2010

Applications to:

Regional Education Coordinator
Family Planning Queensland
PO BOX 1678
Cairns QLD 4870
Or email: rprentice@fpq.com.au

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

Our employees enjoy:

• The opportunity to work in an organisation that is positive and proactive in the community
• Very generous salary packaging
• Opportunity for training and skills development
• Family friendly employer

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Position Objectives:

• Develop and deliver information, education and training in the area of sexual and reproductive health.
• Work as a member of FPQ Education Services in providing sexuality education services to the general community, including priority populations
• Promote and be an advocate for the services of FPQ

Responsible to:

• Regional Education Coordinator – Cairns

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Service Delivery Develop and implement education and training programs and projects
• Support sexuality education programs in primary and secondary schools and in special education units
• Conduct education programs for parents, families and carers
• Conduct education and training programs for professional groups (teachers, nurses, health workers, disability sector youth workers)

Service Development

• Develop and maintain working relationships and partnerships with government and non-government organisations
• Attend meetings/staff development activities as required
• Conduct promotional activities such as displays and informational stalls

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

• Maintain data on all education and training services delivered and provide monthly data returns
• Maintain statistical data on education services in region and information required for accreditation purposes

Other

• Other duties as requested by the Regional Education Coordinator

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Selection criteria

• Experience in the development and implementation of education and/or health promotion programs
• Experience in the development and implementation of training and education programs for professionals
• Experience in successfully engaging with diverse populations
• Demonstrated understanding of key issues related to working in regional and remote areas
• Experience in managing projects
• Computer literacy with word processing, presentation and email programs

Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment will be highly regarded.

Other requirements of the position

It is a requirement of this position that the employee undergoes a Working with Children Check (administered by the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian) Ongoing employment requires a positive notice letter and a blue card. A current Queensland driver’s licence

Work hours

The standard spread of hours for FPQ employees is 8am - 8pm. Flexible work arrangements can be negotiated with regard to workloads and range of commitments.