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The Supporting Safety Project Manager will lead the development and implementation of an integrated, organisation-wide model for preventing and responding to behaviours of concern and occupational violence and aggression at Austin Health. This is a 12-month fixed term position.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the development and implementation of an integrated, organisation-wide model for preventing and responding to behaviours of concern and occupational violence and aggression at Austin Health
Lead the development and implementation of an enterprise‑wide Behaviours of Concern (BOC) management and Occupational Violence and Aggression (OVA) prevention and risk‑reduction strategy, including design and implementation of the Supporting Safety model
Establishing project architecture, including project plan, governance and a stakeholder engagement plan encompassing operational and clinical leaders across nursing, allied health, mental health, and Health Safety and Wellbeing within People and Culture
Completing a stocktake of existing OVA prevention and risk reduction strategies, models and projects at Austin Health
Undertaking a gap analysis to compare current approaches with best practices
Identifying existing strategies and projects at Austin Health that should be incorporated, adjusted, and/or expanded into a future organisation-wide Supporting Safety model
Requirements:
Substantial and relevant clinical experience with a minimum 7 years of post-graduate experience
Demonstrated high quality leadership ability with previous clinical management and/or project and change management experience within a multidisciplinary/multi- agency team context dealing with a specialised cohort of clients who present with clinical risk
A sound understanding of and experience in the project management lifecycle, from initiation to completion with an ability to lead the project team to a successful outcome, with the ability and skills to adapt to each project phase
Knowledge of the relevant legislative framework, e.g. Mental Health and Wellbeing Act
Disability Act
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Strong organisational and time management skills as shown by a dynamic and flexible approach to managing boundaries for self and others, forward planning, using own initiative to prioritise work and manage shifting demands, achieving set targets and meeting strict deadlines, and mitigate potential risks
Nice to have:
Excellent communication skills
A strong commitment to excellence in patient care
Energy and drive
A keen interest in developing your skillset
What we offer:
Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation
A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options