Quality Systems Officer
Job No:
68641
Location:
Bamaga, Cape York, QLD
- Live the Cape York experience: fishing, camping, wildlife & fantastic scenery
- Exciting role living and working in remote Far North Queensland
- Attractive salary of $75,000 p.a. plus salary sacrificing options
- Excellent benefits package including relocation allowance, subsidised accommodation, travel entitlements and generous leave provisions
About the Organisation
NPA Family and Community Services ATSI Corporation (NPA) is a government funded, not-for-profit organisation situated in the scenic town of Bamaga at the very tip of Cape York Peninsula.
The organisation is focused on reducing the levels of family violence in the area, as well as improving the status and self-esteem of the community's indigenous residents. NPA also addresses social issues and problems of domestic and family violence, child abuse and child neglect, drug and alcohol abuse, youth suicide, youth crime, teenage pregnancy and family conflicts.
NPA is dedicated to providing support and encouragement to individuals to take control of their lives to develop their lifestyles into a positive outcome as well as acting as an advocate for women, children, men and family units.
About Life in Bamaga
Find a new, relaxed way of life in the tropical beauty of Bamaga! Situated in Far North Queensland, just 25km from the tip of Cape York Peninsula and 900km north of Cairns, Bamaga is the administrative and retail centre of the Northern Peninsula Area (NPA).
The main centre for the 2,500 people of the five nearby Islander and Aboriginal communities, Bamaga is a well serviced and close-knit neighbourhood, offering residents everything you'd expect in a large country town - schools, a supermarket, hospital, Post Office, service station/ workshop, child care services, clothing store, pub, snack bar, bakery, and a thrift store.
You will be dazzled by the recreational opportunities offered by the natural beauty on Bamaga's doorstep. Fishing and boating are major recreational pastimes on the stunning Jardine River, and the many local coastal reefs and islands. Discover the local rivers and swimming holes as well as beautiful white sand beaches, while the nearby rainforest provides endless opportunities for walking, exploration and bird watching.
About the Opportunity
NPA Family and Community Services ATSI Corporation (NPA) has a rare opportunity for a Quality Systems Officer to join their team in Bamaga on a full-time permanent basis.
Working in a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team, your main aim will be to maintain the accreditation process within the organisation, under QIC Health & Community Service Standards and QLD Human Services Quality Standards. This role will also be responsible for implementing RAGCP Standards for General Practice (clinical). This will involve working with Program Managers and Team Leaders across the organisation to ensure that they understand the accreditation process, and to assist them to meet the standards required within each program area.
NPA is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates, such as those who have completed tertiary studies in Health, Information Systems, Quality Assurance or a similar field. You will also require previous experience implementing and/or maintaining accreditation and quality systems, preferably in a health and/or social services setting.
This role is best suited to an individual with previous experience working with indigenous people, who has knowledge and understanding of current social issues for indigenous people and communities. While you will be primarily working with indigenous individuals and/or families of Aboriginal and Torres Islander descent, you may be required to work with families/individuals of other cultural backgrounds in the area — such as tourists, workers, contractors or transients.
Please note: This position requires that the applicant has no criminal history, a current driver's licence, and possession or eligibility for a Working with Children Blue Card.
About the Benefits
If you are looking for a change of pace, a change of lifestyle or are seeking new adventure, this may be the role for you. Experience working 38 hours a week in a location that provides the best the "top end" can offer — fishing, camping, amazing wildlife, 4 wheel drive adventures, all whilst you develop and expand your career options.
In return for your hard work and dedication, the successful applicant will enjoy a salary of $75,000 p.a. plus super. Furthermore, you will have the option of salary sacrifice arrangements to increase your take-home pay.
Fully-furnished two-bedroom, air-conditioned accommodation in Bamaga is provided with the position at $80/week, and NPA will cover relocation costs of up to $3,000!
You will also enjoy travel entitlements of $2,000 and generous leave provisions — including 4 weeks annual leave, 2 weeks personal leave, plus an additional paid 10 days over the Christmas period, and another week remote leave!
NPA offers excellent facilities, as you work within a supportive team culture. This is a fantastic opportunity for career growth and advancement, as well as a great chance to experience Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island cultures first hand.
The NPA is a discrete community under the QLD Government Alcohol Management Plans with some restrictions regarding the type of alcohol that can be consumed and the quantity that can be carried.
Give back to the community and take this unmissable opportunity to advance your career in a dramatic and unique location — Apply Now!