Research Assistant - Cultural Safety - VIC St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne - Fitzroy Campus

Job Description:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment

• Friendly and supportive team environment

• 24 hours per week July - December 2024 & 8 hours per week December 2024 - May 2025

About the Role

You will support two research projects at SVHM aimed at improving cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families. These projects employ both quantitative and qualitative research methods to assess the current understanding of cultural safety among staff at SVHM and to identify any education and support needs. Based on these findings, cultural safety education and training will be provided and an evaluation of this training will be conducted.

• Assist in research activities, including data analysis, conducting semi-structured interviews, thematic analysis and project write-up.

• Work both independently and in close association with the Steering Committee to achieve the project's goals.

• Assist in the development and administration of online quantitative and qualitative surveys.

• Collaborate with senior staff in the development of reports and manuscripts for publication.

Classifications for this position will be HS3 ($74,448 - $80,433 per annum pro rata)

Your Contribution

• An undergraduate degree in health related field, social sciences or related discipline

• Commitment to the Philosophy, Mission, and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent’s Health Australia

• Knowledge of First Nations culture, values, and social health issues

• Experience in health service research

What we Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs

• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling

• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities

• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!

• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks

• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation

• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals

• Culture of continuous improvement

About Education and Learning
St Vincent’s provides extensive Education and Learning support and services to staff and students across the health service. The educational team members are based across multiple campuses including Fitzroy, St George’s Hospital Kew, St Vincent’s on the Park East Melbourne, Caritas Christi Hospice Kew and Port Phillip Prison.

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:

Contact Details:

Workforce Capability Manager, Belinda Smith, belinda.a.smith@svha.org.au

Alternate Contact:

Research Fellow, Dr Rachel Zordan, rachel.zordan@svha.org.au

Closing Date:

29 July 2024 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

Code of Conduct:

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