SC Training

• Networking the Networks Forum

  26 April, 2012

  DATE: Thursday 26th April, 2012
  TIME:   9.30am – 12.00pm
  VENUE: Campbelltown Civic Centre
  CNR Queen and Broughton St

  This Forum will identify and bring together the various Networks operating in the community services and related sectors across Campbelltown to share information and generate opportunities for collaboration. The aims of this Forum are to:
  - create a strong network of well-informed linked community services providers;
  - provide opportunities for greater collaboration; and
  - provide mechanisms for access to relevant networks in the region.
   

  So, please put the 26th April in your diaries and watch this space!"

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• WORKER HEALTH AND SAFETY SEMINAR

  12 April, 2012

  With the move from OH&S to WHS it is vital that the workforce and particularly employers and managers have a thorough knowledge of the changes to legislation and their impact on the workplace.

  This seminar aims to inform participants about compliance with the OH &S requirements of induction and training and to help to ensure you have the right cover particularly around volunteers. fines and penalties.

  The seminar will include the following:

  • Presentation on the new O H & S Act:  George Hyland – Work Cover – NSW  -- 9am to 10.30am
  • Insurance options and thoughts: Steve Kavanagh - Insurance Advisernet  --  11am to 11.45am
  • Presentation about Employment Practices Compliance Solution:  Ed Mallett – Employsure - 11.45am to 12.30pm.

  Registration is required. Any enquiries can be made at networking@sectorconnect.org.au or phone Jeanne Duffy on 46485933 / 0409071633

• Invitation to Food Security Project Launch

  24 February, 2012

  MDSI is proud to announce the launch of the Macarthur Food Security Project followed by opening and afternoon tea in the new social enterprise CAFE Kulcha on 24 Feb 2-3pm Level 1, Level 1 (Queen St level) 171 - 179 Queen St, Campbelltown Food Security is an important issue with many families requiring agency support to provide food or go without. The launch will outline resources and support available to enable local iniatives to develop. Please contact sue@mdsi.org.au for more information

   

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• Orientation to Home And Community Care Workshop

  21 February, 2012

  Orientation to Home And Community Care (HACC) Workshop on Tuesday 21st February 2012

  
  This session is perfect for new employees and volunteers to HACC services.  This session will offer participants an understanding of the HACC system.  Topics that will be covered include:

  •             What is HACC and who is it for
  •             How HACC fits in community care
  •             Standards of Care
  •             How to make referrals
  •             Future of HACC
  •             Transition to Department of Health and Ageing

  Relates to Community Care Common Standards:
  1.7 Human Resource Management
  2.1 Service Access
  3.1 Information Provision
  3.4 Advocacy

  Date: Tuesday, 21st February, 2012
  Time: 9.30am – 2.30pm
  Venue: MDS Head Office   Level 8, 138 Queen St,    Campbelltown

  Trainer: Anita Mulally (HACC Training Coordinator)

  Morning tea and lunch provided

  Cost:
  $25.00 for HACC services in Liverpool, Fairfield, Bankstown, Macarthur, Wollondilly & Wingecarribee local government areas
  $100.00 for Non HACC funded services or out of area HACC services.

  Flyer and Registration Form Attached.