Position Vacant Coffs Harbour

Department of Health and Ageing
Closing date: Thursday, 22 November 2007NSW State OfficeOffice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Branch, Indigenous Whole of Government and Mainstream Access Section
Job Title: Solution Broker
Job Type: Ongoing, Non-ongoing (Temporary), Full-time
Salary: $76,718 - $87,498
Location: Coffs Harbour & Dubbo NSW
Classification: Executive Level 1
Position No: Several Positions
Job Description Duties A key priority for the Department of Health and Ageing is to work toward improved health outcomes for Aboriginal peoples. As part of this role the Department has established Solution Broker positions to work with Indigenous Coordination Centres (ICCs) to contribute Health and Ageing expertise in developing whole of Government solutions to better address indigenous disadvantage.As a Solution Broker you will need to focus strategically, harness information and opportunities to explore innovative ideas, steer and implement change, develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, negotiate persuasively and understand issues impacting on Aboriginal people.You will also represent and promote awareness of the Department’s policy and programs to the ICC, take a lead role in brokering innovative Whole of Government solutions to better meet the health and ageing needs of Aboriginal people, explore opportunities to improve program coordination, flexibility and access and cultivate productive relationships with other Government and non Government agencies and Aboriginal communities.Current drivers license, and the ability to travel within rural and remote areas is required. Notes All applicants must quote reference number 07-1169. Applications close 7pm EDST.This is a Full-time, non-ongoing position for a Specified TermOngoing and non-ongoing positions are available. The positions are not required to commence work until February 2008
About Department of Health and Ageing http://www.health.gov.au/The Department of Health and Ageing is focussed on achieving better health and active ageing for Australians. We need capable and motivated people working with us to make this happen. If you want to join our team, and can meet our job requirements, we invite you to apply for a position with us to build better health, better care and a better life for all Australians. Our selection process is now much simpler. The first step is a written application stating how you meet our core capabilities. If you are short listed, the final step is an interview including a short work sample test. Further information and application forms are available in our Application Kit, available online http://www.health.gov.au or by phoning the contact person for the job. Hearing or speech impaired applicants can obtain the election documents from the Department's TTY number (02) 6289 5945. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds.
To Apply
Selection Documentation:
Linda Mere, 02 9263 3564, linda.mere@health.gov.au
Position Contact:
Peter Merrett, 02 9263 3561
Apply:
Effective People Pty Ltd Personnel and Recruitment Consultants PO Box 3907 Weston Creek ACT Australia 2611
Agency Recruitment Site:
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/wcms/publishing.nsf/Content/health-career-vacant.htm

Blokes Course

LIFE SKILLS FOR BLOKES COURSE

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A nine–week course for blokes dealing in relationships, communication, anger and resentments, drugs and alcohol, sexuality, fathering and roles of men in today’s society.

WHEN: Commencing 18th October 2007

WHERE: Boambee East Community Centre
Bruce King Drive Boambee East
TIME: Thursday Nights at 7.00 PM
Book your spot by calling
The Neighbourhood House 66584655
Chuck Reimal 0422262825
Lloyd Francis 0412714516

A course for real men to learn to become
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Submission Writing

Arts Mid North Coast Inc

Grant Submission Writing Workshop
and Consultations
(for the Coffs Harbour, Bellingen and Nambucca Areas)

25th October 2007
Are you planning to submit a State or Federal Arts funding application in 2007 – 2008
Submission Writing Workshop
9.30 – 12.30 - Thursday 25th October 2007
Learn the basics of Where are the Funds?
Overview and understanding of the submission process
Working up an application
How to increase the potential success of your application
Being clear about what it is you want to do
The Auspice
What type of submission is it?
Reading and understanding the guidelines
Talking over your proposal with a contact Officer
Deadlines
Researching related to your submission
Costing your proposal
Support for your submission
Presentation
Succinctness and Brevity
Follow-up support

Followed by Individual Consultations
Come and discuss your proposal with the Regional Arts Development Officer
Twenty Minute Consultations will be held in the Afternoon from 1.30 – 4.30
25th October at the Coffs Harbour Education Campus
Innovation Centre Board Room
CONSULTATIONS
Please book your time slot Prior to the day
For Bookings or Further Information Contact 02 66589400

Thankyou and have a great day

Russell Stockley
Arts Mid North Coast Inc
C/- Coffs Harbour Education Campus
Hogbin Drive
Coffs Harbour 2450
Ph: 02 66589400
Fax: 02 66589411
Email: russells@artsmidnorthcoast.org
Web: http://www.artsmidnorthcoast.org

African Immigration

Anti-Discrimination Board Statement on Decision to Suspend African Immigration

By the President of the Anti-Discrimination Board of NSW, Dr Stepan Kerkyasharian AM

30 years of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act

The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Mr Andrews might have been surprised by the reaction to his announcement last week to put a halt to further arrivals of people from Africa . I am sure if he expected people from all walks of life and across the political spectrum to see racism in the decision he wouldn’t have made it and he wouldn’t have presented it the way he did.

Since the official end of the White Australia policy, Australia has prided itself on the non-discriminatory nature of its immigration policy. This year we celebrate 30 years of legislated recognition that we do not discriminate on grounds of race or other characteristics. Mr Andrews, by his comments has introduced a quantum shift in the assessment of potential migrants in that, instead of assessing the individual and individual’s suitability to settle in Australia, we should now assess someone by way of race or country of origin. That is something that has never been done by any of his predecessors from either side of politics since the demise of the White Australia policy.

In fact to do so would surely amount to racial discrimination, because it would fit a classic description of race being the determinant characteristic of a decision, in other words it is the race which is being assessed and not the individual.

Yet, Mr Andrews has apparently created new criteria for assessing who should come and who should not, based on race and country of origin.

What are his criteria for determining that any refugee of Sudanese origin, ipso facto, is not suitable to settle in Australia? We have over the last half century successfully integrated people from almost every conceivable cultural, linguistic, racial and religious background on earth. Of course there were teething problems. Of course each group produced its own crooks and thugs… and its own brilliant students, performers, entrepreneurs and sportspeople.

So, if the Government judges that this latest wave of new settlers is going to have more difficulty than any previous one there might be a reason other than the culture or race of the people themselves. Perhaps we did not serve these desperate people well. Perhaps the Department of Immigration was not well prepared to receive and settle people who had experienced the worst that mankind could tolerate?

Why did it decide to send them to so-called non-traditional settlement locations? Why did it not properly prepare those host communities that lacked the infrastructure and the tradition of settling refugees to receive the African arrivals? Why did it outsource the settlement task out of the bureaucracy and effectively removing it from the direct responsibility of Government?

Those questions should be answered in full before we introduce race as a criteria for choosing which refugees to accept. Surely as Australians we are accustomed to caring for those who, through no fault of their own, are destitute and homeless.

Mr Andrews has introduced a racial element that cannot but open the door to accusations of racial discrimination. All Australians, whatever their personal views, will feel the sting of those accusations from our international friends and rivals alike.

The international newsagency Reuters left its clients’ readers, listeners and viewers in no doubt about how they should interpret Mr Andrews decision when it said “Race looms ahead of Australian elections” inferring it pointed to a return of race politics as had been championed by Pauline Hanson a decade ago.

But more importantly it will harm us as a society. It attacks our community harmony and our notions of community harmony by sending signals that its fine to criticise anyone purely on the basis of their ethnic background, without any regard to the damage done to thousands of other law-abiding Australians of the same background. In 2007 that is something we simply don’t need especially in the year that we celebrate the 30 th anniversary of the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission and the establishment of the Anti-Discrimination Board of NSW.

Positions Locum Case Managers

Join a team that makes a difference
The organisation
Community Care Options has a proud 17 year record of providing case management and direct services to older people, people with a disability, people with Dementia and their carers, living in the Coffs Harbour, Bellingen and Nambucca areas. Our services focus on the empowerment, dignity and independence of our clients and their support network. With over 80 employees, the Organisation provides services to more than 230 people through a range of programs, and operates out of 3 local offices. For more information about the organisation see www.cco.net.au


We have current casual vacancies for Locum Case Managers.
Professionals and final year university students are invited to apply to join our casual register of staff. These positions suit people who want flexible work arrangements, in a well-respected and professional organisation. Locum appointments are available on a casual and project basis. Successful applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to our values, and will be rewarded with a supportive work environment, ongoing professional development. These positions are paid under Cat 3 of the SACS (NSW State) Award.



Applicants must address all selection criteria outlined below. For a confidential discussion about the positions, contact Nicole Jut on (02) 66502006. Applications to itsupport@cco.net.au or by mail to: The Human Resources Manager, Community Care Options, P.O. Box 1382 Coffs Harbour 2450.

Applications are accepted at any time, however we have immediate vacancies and so applicants are encouraged to submit their application at the earliest opportunity.

Our Programs are funded by the Australian and NSW Governments.
We are proud to be an EEO Employer.


MID NORTH COAST Community Care Options
~ Respect and value people as individuals
~ Strive to improve the quality of life of clients and carers
~ Are guided by an ethical framework
~ Operate in a professional way
~ Encourage creativity & initiative


Selection Criteria – Locum Case Manager

Demonstrated experience/skills:
1. Sensitivity towards people with disabilities, older people and their carers
2. Commitment to the rights of clients
3. Non-judgemental attitude
4. Degree in a people centred discipline or equivalent experience
5. Providing case management for people with complex needs
6. Assessing clients’ service needs
7. Understanding of, and commitment to EEO, OH&S and anti discrimination
8. Record keeping/report writing
9. Financial Management in a work context
10. Work effectively as part of a team
11. Work with minimum supervision
12. Excellent written and verbal communication
13. Confident computer user
14. Current unrestricted NSW Driver's license

Co-Ordinator Position Coffs Harbour Support Services

Position Vacant:

Coordinator Accommodation Services (Ref CRD OP)

Salary: Up to SACS Grade IV (depending on skills, experience and qualifications)

Position Overview
This position oversees CHSS Outreach/Drop-In Accommodation Service. The project currently supports 16 people to live in their own homes within Coffs Harbour with flexible, person centred drop-in support. The program is delivered by an experienced and skilled staff team of 6 permanent part time staff plus casual relief staff.

People utilising support through this program range in age from 33 years through to 70 years. An initiative to better address the needs of people with disabilities as they age will be established under this program in early 2008. This will involve the establishment of an alternate accommodation framework provided through co-located units attached to 24 hour accommodation support for a small number of service users.

There is a real requirement to have a relationship and “know” the clients and families in this service to be able to anticipate their changing support needs and for the service and support to respond accordingly.

The position is full-time and operates from our main office at Garden Terrace, 9/6 Elbow Street, Coffs Harbour.

The organisation offers salary packaging and is FBT exempt.

Applications:

1. Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 12th October 2007. They must be received at CHSS offices in hard copy by this deadline.

2. Applications should be addressed to:

The General Manager
Coffs Harbour Support Services Inc.
PO Box 1484
COFFS HARBOUR
NSW 2450

3. Applications can be remitted by mail or alternatively may be hand delivered during office hours to Coffs Harbour Support Services Reception at Garden Terrace, 9/6 Elbow Street, Coffs Harbour, NSW. Electronic and faxed applications will not be accepted.

4. Applications should include contact names and numbers of 2 referees, with at least one of these being work related.

5. Applications should detail the position reference (CRD OPT)

6. Applications must address each of the selection criteria outlined below:

Essential:
ü Relevant degree or diploma (education, health, behavioural sciences, management) or a minimum of 6 years relevant work experience in community services.
ü Demonstrated understanding of the impact of disability on clients, their families, and planning of service provision.
ü Excellent communication skills – both written and oral – and the ability to use these skills in liaison and negotiation with a range of stakeholders
ü Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to complete in own time)
ü Current NSW Drivers Licence
ü Demonstrated Competence in use of MS Office, internet and email
ü Proven Financial Management skills (Proven ability to develop and manage budgets).
ü Ability to interpret financial reports (Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss analyses)
ü Understanding of and commitment to Ethical Practice and Equal Employment Opportunity and OH&S
ü Knowledge of contemporary management practice and experience in provision of direct supervision.
Desirable:
ü Experience in successful management of disability programs and projects
ü Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment
ü Knowledge and understanding of disability service system in NSW, particularly in Northern NSW
ü Knowledge and experience in administration of DADHC funded services

7. Further information on CHSS can be found on www.coffssupport.com
If you require further information after reviewing the material provided in this Information Kit, you may contact Jill Smith (Operations Manager) or John Costello (General Manager) on 02 66 511 526.

Interviews:

1. At least 3 working days notice will be provided to applicants selected for interview.

3. Interview will be conducted by a panel comprising at least 3 panel members.

Unsuccessful Applicants:

1. Applicants who have not been short-listed for interview will be advised in writing within 21 days of the application closure date.

2. Applicants who are interviewed will be advised of the outcome of their interview within 10 working days.

Successful Applicants:
1. Successful applicants will require a Federal and NSW Criminal Record Clearance. This is undertaken by CHSS at the organisation’s expense.
2. Successful applicants will be appointed subject to a satisfactory probationary period of 3 months.
3. Permanent employment is also subject to a satisfactory physical assessment.

Screenlinks Activities

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OCTOBER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Introduction to Short Filmmaking for Youth
Tues Oct 2, Weds Oct 3 & Thurs Oct 4
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$290

Introduction to Short Filmmaking for Youth
Tues Oct 9, Weds Oct 10 & Weds Oct 11
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Introduction to Short Filmmaking for Youth
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Screenwriting Courses for 17 years and above
COURSE NAME
DATE
VENUE
COST
Introduction to Screenwriting
Sat Oct 13 & Sun Oct 14
ETC – KempseySuite 8, 41 Belgrave St
$180

Introduction to Screenwriting
Sat Nov 3 & Sun Nov 4
ETC – Bellingen1 Church Street
$180

Screenwriting Workshop Intensive – the Next Step
Sat Nov 10 & Sun Nov 11Sat Nov 17 & Sun Nov 18
ETC – Coffs Harbour80 Grafton Street
$395

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Holiday Activities

School Holiday Fun With
STARTTS
Come and have some fun. Activities include
Pet Porpoise Pool.
Beading. Big Banana. BBQ’s and more.
October 2nd-5th
Grades 4-6
Call STARTTS 66509195 Lisa or Denise

Child Protection Week

Celebration of Child Protection Week

Coffs Harbour Child Protection Interagency Committee has invited 60 schools and preschools in the Coffs LGA to join them in celebrating Child Protection Week through the children’s expression of artwork depicting the theme “what makes me feel safe in my community”.

This artwork from all children at our own preschools and schools will be displayed during Child Protection Week from Monday 3rd Sept to Sat 8th Sept at the Coffs Harbour Palms Shopping Centre upstairs stage area.

The Celebration of Child Protection Week will occur at 10am in this area to promote the theme of this years CP Week: “Kids Come First in our Community”.

Various guest speakers will discuss the need of Child Protection in our own community and provide a wonderful opportunity to view the incredible artworks from our talented children.

Face painting will be available for children as well as information on services available in the community to assist families and their children feel safe within our community.

Unfortunately child abuse and neglect is Australia’s greatest social problem and it happens because people are often reluctant to become involved. Child friendly communities will help children to be seen and heard and our local Child Protection Interagency has taken the theme for this year in Coffs harbour to be “Kids Come First in our Community”.

In child friendly communities, everyone accepts that the safety and well being of children is everyone’s responsibility. We need to encourage that everyone is involved and together we can make a positive difference in the lives of children within our community.