HELPING OUR COMMUNITY LIVE WELL.
TRANSITION CARE PROGRAM (TCP) COORDINATOR
* Part Time / Ongoing position
* 0.4 FTE
Kyabram District Health Service (KDHS) is a medium-sized rural health service that delivers a range of programs and services including acute, subacute, residential aged care and allied and primary health care services. KDHS has three campuses located in the townships of Kyabram, Stanhope and Tongala.
KDHS is a passionate inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are a culturally diverse organisation with a wide variety of people from different races, cultures, age, gender, ethnicity, physical ability, sexual orientation, religious belief, work experience and education background. We believe diversity drives innovation and we will continue to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex and where there is a deep sense of pride, passion and belonging that transcends any role.
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About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and motivated clinician to step into the role of Transition Care Program (TCP) Coordinator.
In this leadership position, you will oversee the delivery of a high-quality Transition Care Program that supports older people at a critical point in their recovery journey — bridging the gap between hospital and home or residential aged care.
You will lead a multidisciplinary team to provide short-term, goal-directed and therapy-focused support for people aged 65 years and over, helping them:
* Regain functional independence
* Avoid unnecessary extended hospital stays
* Reduce premature entry into residential aged care
* Make informed long-term care decisions
This is a pivotal role at the interface of acute, sub-acute and community care. You will ensure safe, coordinated transitions, optimise functional outcomes, and uphold best-practice care planning in line with the Transition Care Program guidelines.
What KDHS Can Offer You
KDHS is a compassionate, family friendly employer where every employee is a valued team member.
Inclusive of a perfect work/life balance, KDHS also provides:
* A dynamic workplace
* Free onsite car parking
* Professional Development opportunities
* Salary Sacrifice/Packaging
* Employee Assistance Program
* Immediate Start option
* 5 Weeks Annual Leave
Further Information
Download a copy of the position description and contact Agi Russo, Community Services Manager on (03) 58570382 or send her an email at
Vaccination against COVID-19 and Influenza (where mandated) is a mandatory requirement for this role.
All appointments are made subject to satisfactory police check and Victorian 'Employee' Working with Children's Check. Completion of a Commonwealth of Australia Statutory Declaration is required prior to commencement. KDHS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
KDHS would like to acknowledge that we operate on Yorta Yorta land and wish to pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We recognise our First Peoples as the Oldest Living Culture on the Planet and their connection to our lands and waterways.
Please Note: Early applicants are encouraged, as the vacancy may close once a suitable candidate has been appointed.
Recruitment agencies should note that KDHS does not accept agency resumes. KDHS is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.