Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving the lives of older Australians - especially in rural and regional communities. As a Clinical Aged Care Assessor based in Port Pirie region, you’ll conduct in-home assessments to identify each client’s unique needs, preferences, and goals.
Your clinical insight and empathetic approach will help connect older adults with tailored services that promote independence, health, and quality of life, empowering them to live safely and confidently at home for longer.
Role Description
- Conduct comprehensive aged care assessments in clients’ homes, identifying individual needs and goals.
- Complete assessments and support plans within required timeframes, maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Connect clients with local service providers and community organisations that align with their needs.
- Collaborate with families and carers, recognising their vital role in the care journey.
- Ensure all assessments meet Department of Health standards and contractual obligations.
What You’ll Bring
- Aged Care Experience: At least 1 year working in aged care, with hands-on experience in client assessments and/or service delivery.
- Relevant Qualifications: Tertiary education in a health-related field such as nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, or social work.
- Professional Registration: Current unrestricted General Registration with AHPRA or an equivalent professional body.
- Comfortable navigating Word, Excel, Outlook, and client management systems.
- You’re a great communicator who thrives on building trust and uncovering what older adults truly need to live well.
- People describe you as authentic, approachable, and endlessly caring.
- Impact-Driven: You're driven to make a difference in the lives of others.
- Ready to join: You hold a current Australian driver’s licence, have a comprehensively insured vehicle, and are happy to travel within your service area.
What You’ll Enjoy
- Competitive pay plus valuable travel reimbursement for onsite visits
- Supportive leadership that values your contribution and invests in your growth
- Career pathways within the APM Group - local impact, global reach
- Part Time Role - enjoy working 3 days a week.
- Salary packaging perks, including car leasing and pre-purchased leave
- Corporate discounts on private health and lifestyle benefits
- Purpose-driven work to enable better lives.
At APM, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including Indigenous peoples, the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disabilities.
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