Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 22nd Jul 2021
Hospital Admission Risk Program (HARP) is a community based program employing more than 30 staff, including nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, psychologists and administration staff that provide outreach support for people with chronic health and psychosocial needs. HARP aims to decrease hospital demand through the provision of comprehensive assessment, care planning, care coordination and facilitating timely access to specialist care, to patients who present frequently or are at imminent risk of presenting to hospital.
As a HARP Team Leader, you will provide clinical leadership and support to a group of HARP Community Clinicians, in addition to line management, coordinating day to day work load, leave management, professional development reviews, accountability sessions and participate in and lead quality improvement initiatives.
The clinical component of the role is provision of direct client care to HARP clients.
Barwon Health HARP actively foster a supportive, innovative and positive workplace that prides itself on person focused practice and staff wellness. As the successful candidate you will support to lead and work with a large multidisciplinary/interdisciplinary team who actively work to expand on current knowledge and experience. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members who exhibit the Barwon Health values or respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation.
At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at [email protected], using the subject line: Team Leader - Hospital Admission Risk Program enquiry via EthicalJobs, noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.
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