Multiple Fixed Term funded positions (Special Projects) until April 2021 + 9.5% super + Social and Community Services Employee Level 1 Paypoint 4 $26.31 per hour (above award)Enjoy a tax break with generous NFP salary packagingBenefit from on-going employee development, as well as exposure to a continuous improvement philosophyAbout usIPC Health works in partnership with local communities in the Western Metropolitan Region of Melbourne to provide responsive, interconnected health and community services. We work together for excellence, service enhancement and innovation. We are dedicated to the continued improvement of the health and wellbeing of individuals and the community, within available resources. IPC Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to, applicants from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and LGBTI communities to apply.About The RoleThe Rapid Response Team (RRT) is an initiative by Department of Health and Human Services to prevent, respond to and limit outbreaks of coronavirus. We have an exciting newly created position as a Bicultural Inclusion Worker to join our RRT ! Within this position, you will be key to enhancing the provision of community services to clients from CALD communities who present for COVID testing at the RRT sites.Collaborating closely with the Community Engagement Officer and other RRT members, you will -Assist with community engagement initiatives working with the local CALD community that is culturally appropriate and in the relevant language.Provide education and promoting awareness around safe practices relating to COVID-19 and other services.Required to travel as part of the RRTT, to testing sites (eg. Pop up RRTT sites in shopping centres, factories, schools etc across Melbourne), to engage with community, undertake basic needs assessment to identify any barriers, challenges or need for referrals to relevant services.Conducting follow ups with clients after testing, to ensure maximum engagement in improving health and wellbeing.Respond to outbreaks quickly to ensure effective service provision is provided.There are multiple positions available requiring specific language skills within the LGA to assist the community .Full Time Fixed Term (until April 2021) Vietnamese Bicultural Inclusion Worker – Brimbank2.4 FTE Fixed Term positions (until April 2021) South Sudanese Bicultural Inclusion Worker – Dandenong/ Wyndham/ Melton0.6 FTE Part Time Fixed Term (until April 2021) Indian (Tamil) Bicultural Inclusion Worker – Dandenong/ Wyndham/ HumeThis position is classified as Social and Community Services Employee Level 1 Paypoint 4 under the Community Health Centre (Stand Alone Services) Social And Community Service Employees Multi Enterprise Agreement 2017.About YouYou will be a strong communicator with the ability to speak one or more languages.Through your working experience, you will demonstrate knowledge in contemporary issues that vulnerable people and communities experience within a COVID-19 settingThrough your high level of interpersonal and communication skills, you possess the ability to articulate and explain complex ideas in culturally relevant and accessible ways, as well as relaying feedback to key stakeholders.You will have strong advocacy skills and the ability to build effective relationships.The position requires candidates to be able to speak one or more of these languages: Vietnamese, Dinka and Arabic (South Sudan) and Tamil. Why work with us?Health Services and Programs – discounted immunisations and gym memberships.Salary Packaging – as a non-for-profit organisation, we are able to provide generous Salary Packing to reduce your taxable income.Comprehensive Orientation and Induction Program – we will ensure that you have the support you need to live and breathe excellence, service enhancement and innovation.Health Insurance - as a part of our team, you can get an ongoing 7% discount on health insurance.Training and Development – we will assist you to pursue your career goals and objectives through ongoing professional development. Applications close on 25 October 2020To be considered for the role you must submit a Cover Letter, CV and response to the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description available on IPC Health's Careers page.Patricia AnthonyCommunication and Stakeholder Engagement Officer0418 544 305Position Description - Bicultural Inclusion Worker AUD Melbourne 3000