DIRECT REPORTS. N/A Appraisal: • Initial appraisal – 3 months after appointment • Thereafter – 12 monthly.
DIRECT REPORTS. N/A Key Internal Relationships: Occupational Therapist, Counsellor, NDIS Supports Workers Key External Relationships: NDIA, NDIA Participants, Stakeholders and Partner Organisations Key Selection Criteria – Skills, Knowledge & Experience: • A genuine respect and desire to provide quality person-centered care to people with disability • A sound knowledge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, including framework and price guide • Demonstrated ability and experience in establishing and maintaining effective collaborations with service providers and stakeholders • Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate compromise and resolve conflict • Advanced skills in Microsoft Applications, Word, Excel, Email and Internet • Commitment to working within equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Personal Attributes: • Creates a fun and exciting work atmosphere that is driven, hardworking and goal orientated • Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team • Creates a welcoming atmosphere by engaging all people in a friendly and approachable manner • Works as part of a team and shows professionalism • Punctual in both attendance on shift and attendance at staff meetings • Immediately responds to customers’ needs or concerns • Recognises and acts on the need for support and will accept and delegate responsibility when required • Models, demonstrates and teaches positive values that reflect the organisation’s values • Maintain high standards of presentation and personal grooming Qualifications and Certifications Essential - • Evidence of your professional qualifications • Current Police Check • Current Working with Children’s Check • Current Victorian driver’s license • Minimum Level 2 First Aid certification • A declaration of any pre-existing health issues and any unresolved work cover matters that may impact on the ability to perform the duties as required Desired – • A relevant tertiary qualification Performance Standards: Performance will be measured by:
DIRECT REPORTS. Centre Coordinator and Lead Educator Relieving Staff Students Volunteers ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Internal: Centre Staff and Staff of other Centres External: Client Families Other Child Care Professionals ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Accountability and extent of authority Responsible for the provision of a safe, caring environment. Under the direction of the Centre Coordinator, Educational Leader and Lead Educator, responsible for contributing to planning, implementation and evaluation of child focused programs within the service. Responsible for informing the Lead Educator and/or Coordinator of any serious incidents, issues, difficulties and opportunities that may arise in relation to the service. Contributes to educational programs based on written observations and evaluations of children’s development, interests and needs. Undertake duties in accordance with all legislative requirements and Council policies. Create a welcoming environment for families using the service. Maintain positive and effective communication with parents, colleagues, management, visitors, other agencies and government departments. Work is performed within specific guidelines and under general supervision. May supervise and mentor students under the guidance of the Coordinator and Lead Educator Judgement and decision making Identify conditions and incidents requiring emergency attention and use initiative in arranging such action. Ensure children’s environment is safe and secure and use initiative in removing hazards and protecting children from danger. The nature of the work is clearly defined with procedures well understood and clearly documented. The particular tasks to be performed may involve selection from a limited range of existing techniques, systems, equipment, methods or processes in a defined range of recurring work situations. Guidance and advice is always available. Ability to act responsibly, promptly when emergency care is needed, or to protect children from hazards. Demonstrated use of initiative to achieve specific objectives efficiently. Proven ability to deal with sensitive and complex issues in a confidential manner. Specialist skills and knowledge Knowledge of the National Quality Standard Knowledge of the Children’s Services Centre Regulations. Knowledge of Victorian & National Early Years Development Framework Ability to manage the ever-changing number of children who may be unfamiliar with the new environment, and to meet their needs. Willingness to us...
DIRECT REPORTS. Aquatic Education Team Leader Xxx ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Internal: • All Staff External: • Community Organisations / Committees • Government Departments • Local Schools and Service Providers • General Public Accountability and Extent of Authority • Providing participants with Swimming and BALC information with guidance and advice always available from the Team Leader. • Meeting agreed performance objectives for the position, within specific guidelines and under general supervision. • Ensuring safe working practices and procedures are adhered to. • Ensure appropriate care and use of assets and equipment. • Freedom to plan aquatic classes and activities in advance, however activities are limited by standards, procedures and objectives that are nominated by the Team Leaders Judgement and Decision Making • Direction is provided by the Team Leaders, with tasks and activities clearly defined. Methods used to perform tasks may be chosen from a limited range of existing techniques, systems and equipment. • Any issues that arise that are outside the scope of the position are referred to the Team Leaders, with guidance and advice always available. Specialist Skills and Knowledge • Ability to understand and action Occupational Health & Safety policies, procedures and requirements. • Understanding of and ability to demonstrate the high quality customer service • Understanding of BALC services and procedures. • Ability to use BALC equipment safely and competently. • An understanding of the long term goals and relevant policies of the BALC and the greater Sport & Recreation Unit. • Well-developed literacy and numeracy skills. Management Skills • Ability to manage time and prioritise plans and goals so as to achieve specific and set objectives. • Understanding of HR and OHS policies and practices relevant to the role. Interpersonal Skills • Demonstrated listening and empathetic skills and the ability to communicate verbally with all levels of staff and members of the community. • Friendly and positive approach. • Ability to demonstrate integrity, responsibility, innovation and respect. • Excellent presentation skills. • Appreciation of the different needs of individuals and the ability to convey tolerance and sensitivity to patron’s values and beliefs. Qualifications and Experience • First Aid Level 2 and CPR • AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety • AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infant Aquatics and/or AUSTSWIM Teacher of Access and Inclusion is highly desirable • Kn...
DIRECT REPORTS. The heads of the Company’s six business units (BET Networks, Entertainment, Music & Logo, Nickelodeon, Paramount Motion Picture Group and Viacom International Media Networks) and of any business units and operating divisions added or existing in the future, and all executive officers of the Company, will report solely and directly to you. Notwithstanding the preceding sentence, you shall have the authority to cause any business unit or operating division head, and any executive officer of the Company, to report directly to another executive officer of the Company.
DIRECT REPORTS. Centre Coordinator • Early Childhood Practitioners (Certificate III) • Relieving staff • Volunteers and students ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Internal: • Centre Staff • Council Employees • Staff of other Centres External: • Client Families • Students / Volunteers ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Accountability and extent of authority • Responsible for the provision of a safe, caring environment. • Under the direction of the Educational Leader and Centre Coordinator, responsible for the effective planning, implementation and evaluation of child focused programs within the service. • Responsible for informing the Coordinator of any serious incidents, issues, difficulties and opportunities that may arise in relation to the service. • Maintain records of appropriate educational programs based on written observations and evaluations of children’s development, interests and needs. • Undertake duties in accordance with all legislative requirements and Council policies. • Create a welcoming environment for families using the service. • Participate in consultations with case management meetings and practice discussions with relevant external professionals in collaboration with the Coordinator and families. • Maintain positive and effective communication with parents, colleagues, management, visitors, other agencies and government departments. • May also supervise resources including other employees, students and/or regulate clients. Judgement and decision making • Ability to act responsibly, promptly when emergency care is needed, or to protect children from hazards. • Demonstrated use of initiative to achieve specific objectives efficiently. • Proven ability to deal with sensitive and complex issues in a confidential manner. • The objectives of the work are well defined, but the particular method, process or equipment to be used must be selected from a range of available alternatives. • Guidance and advice are always available within the time available to make a choice. Specialist skills and knowledge • Solid understanding of the National Quality Standard • Knowledge of the Children’s Services Centre Regulations. • Knowledge of Victorian & National Early Years Development Framework • Ability to report developmental delays objectively and participate in agreed management program. • Ability to manage the ever-changing number of children who may be unfamiliar with the new environment, and to meet their needs. • Willingness to use technology to support effective communica...
DIRECT REPORTS. Coordinator Environmental Services City of Ballarat Waste Collection Drivers Casual Agency Staff – Waste Collection Drivers ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Internal: City of Ballarat Staff External: Residents, Ratepayers, Traders, Special interest Groups, Contractors, Service providers and others. CORE COMPETENCIES Accountability and extent of authority • Undertake the daily supervision of works in such a way as to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of work methods. • Ensure that all necessary resources are available to employees for the carrying out of work. • Supervise direct reports and resources and ensure they perform to Council standards, other relevant standards and codes, specified conditions and within appropriate timelines and budget. • Authority to purchase goods and services in line with Council procurement and delegations. • Ensure direct reports take all reasonable care for their safety and the safety of others who may be impacted upon by their actions. • Ensure employees comply with Council requirements in relation to any action that the Council has taken to comply with OHS legislation. Judgement and decision making • Exercise discretion and professional judgement within standard practices and processes relating to waste collection. • In consultation with Coordinator, produce, review, and refine collection routes for efficient and effective service meeting the needs of customers. • Ability to select processes and equipment from a range of available alternatives to deal with complex or technical issues with guidance from Coordinator. • Provide sound technical advice as required in relation to waste service activity in consultation with Coordinator. Specialist skills and knowledge • Sound knowledge of waste management activity and related operations including the practical implementation of resident bin compliance procedures. • Good knowledge of hazardous materials and related disposal methods. • Knowledge of Transfer Station operations and regulations. • Waste collection routes are reviewed and refined annually and approved by Coordinator. • Ability to monitor and provide analysed reporting function of operational budgets. • Knowledge of computer applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, Pathways, Intellitrac and Intramaps or the aptitude and desire to develop these skills. • Ability and skills to ensure excellent consistent customer service. • Ability to xxxxxx and develop positive working relationships within other areas of the City ...
DIRECT REPORTS. Nominated Supervisor and/or Approved Provider ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Internal: Centre staff, Council employees, Staff in other Children’s Centres. Supervises early childhood educators. External: Families, students, Commonwealth and State Government departments, other early childhood services, professional networks, community groups and local agencies. Accountability and Extent of Authority Responsible for the provision of a safe, caring environment, that creates a welcoming environment for families using the service. Responsible for the effective planning, implementation and evaluation of child focused programs within the service. Responsible for the development and implementation of service funding and reporting requirement (e.g. Quality Improvement Plan, School Readiness Funding Plan, Service Inclusion Plan, Kindergarten Inclusion Support applications). Maintain records of appropriate educational programs based on written observations and evaluations of children’s development, interests and needs. Participate in consultations with case management meetings and practice discussions with relevant external professionals in collaboration with colleagues and families. Maintain positive and effective communication with parents, colleagues, management, visitors, other agencies and government departments. May supervise resources, other employees or groups of employees, provide advice to or regulate clients and give support to more senior employees The freedom to act is subject to clear guidelines. Judgement and Decision Making Ability to act responsibly, promptly when emergency care is needed, or to protect children from hazards. Objectives of the work are usually well defined but the particular method, technology, process or equipment to be used must be selected from a range of available alternatives. Work may involve solving problems, using procedures and guidelines and the application of professional or technical knowledge, or knowledge acquired through relevant experience. Problems are occasionally of a complex or technical nature with solutions not related to previously encountered situations and some creativity and originality is required. Proven ability to deal with sensitive and complex issues in a confidential manner. Guidance and advice would usually be available within the time required to make a choice. Specialist Skills and Knowledge Solid understanding of the National Quality Standard, Children’s Services Centre Regulations, National Law and V...
DIRECT REPORTS. Events Manager Xxx ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Internal: • Community Wellbeing • City of Ballarat Officers • Ballarat City Council External: • State and Federal Government Departments • Business Industry • Volunteers Media • Sponsors • Exhibitors • Consultants and Service Providers • Customers and visitors Accountability and Extent of Authority • The Events Officer will manage resources, provide advice to clients, and provide input into the development of policy. • The freedom to act is governed by clear objectives and budgets with a regular reporting mechanism to ensure adherence to goals and objectives. • The position has authority to provide advice on specific event issues and must refer to relevant sections of Council and other organisations for specialised advice and the issuing of permits • Liaise closely with the commercial sector for procurement of services for City of Ballarat events and general event leveraging opportunities. • Mentor and review project deliverables of Event Support Officer, when applicable. Judgement and Decision Making • The work is usually specialised with methods, procedures and processes developed from theory or precedent. This role may involve improving and/or developing methods and techniques generally based on previous experience. • Problem solving may involve the application of established techniques to new situations however guidance and advice are usually available for more complex situations. • Responsible for assisting the Events Support Officer in decision making within delegated authority. • The effect of decisions and actions taken is usually limited to the quality or cost of the programs and projects being managed.
DIRECT REPORTS. Coordinator Communications NA ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS Internal: • CEO • Mayor • Civic Support • Directors • Executive managers/team leaders • Staff from across the organisation External: • State and federal government agencies and departments • Media – local, state, national and international as well as trade and industry • Community – individuals, groups, clubs, schools, committees, charities, service clubs, sporting associations. • Businesses, industry and their associations Other local governments Accountability and Extent of Authority • Accountable to the Coordinator Communications for the quality, effectiveness, cost and timeliness of work plans, programs, projects, events, initiatives, including systems and technology being managed. • Effective management of campaign timelines and budgets. • Provide specialist advice to senior management and Councillors in matters relating to media and communications strategies and campaigns. • The freedom to act is governed by professional judgement in overseeing communication strategies covered by City of Ballarat policies, objectives and budget allocations. The role frequently requires the Communications Officer to act as an ‘in-house consultant/advisor’ to internal customers, accepting responsibility, problem solving, and making professional communication judgements. Judgement and Decision Making • Make decisions on matters which are the responsibility of the position, provided that these are within delegated authority, legislative requirements and in accordance with the requirements of the Coordinator Communications and Manager Communications and Design. • Make prompt and appropriate decisions without the need for direct supervision, if necessary. • Exercise judgement when dealing with complex issues and an ability to utilise effective problem-solving skills. • Make decisions related to the issue at hand based on in-depth knowledge and understanding of the City’s broader goals, objectives and key messaging. • Research, identify, develop and implement media and communication campaigns. This will necessitate an ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently, and to provide and make detailed recommendations to the Coordinator Communications and Manager Communications and Design as well as responding to suggestions and proposals from the manager. • Ability to make recommendations and advise all levels of staff and Civic Services. • Provide input into the strategic communications strategy for the or...
