Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
The HCP Care Manager will manage the implementation and delivery of support & maintenance for clients receiving the Bolton Clarke Home Care Packages funded by the Commonwealth Government, Department of Human Services. This will include comprehensive assessment, monitoring within a professional and case management framework, coordinating delivery and brokerage of services within the package budget and communicating with family and other service providers as required.
* Provides comprehensive client assessment and development of care plan to support the client at home
* Provides advanced holistic care skills within a Case Management framework
* Demonstrates an understanding of the target population and their needs, from care coordination to complex case management
* Demonstrated expertise in budget management within a CDC framework
* Ability to work within the required legal framework underpinning the Home Care Packages Programme
* Liaises with multiple service providers to ensure care recipient needs are met in line with objectives and timelines
* Takes professional responsibility for care recipient's interface with the service system, including advocacy
* Supports the care recipient with a reablement and wellness focus
* Participates in quality improvement processes, including case review and team meetings
* Maintains case files, documentation and statistics according to procedures
* Participates in support and supervision activities supportive of the Home Care Packages within the Packaged Care Program
* Delivers a high level of specialised knowledge and skills in their identified area of speciality
* Maintain accurate electronic records of care recipients attributable time (both direct and indirect) in the Client Management System
What we need from you
* Degree qualified in relevant Aged Care, Community Services, Social Science, Nursing or Allied Health discipline would be highly regarded
* Current APHRA Registration would be highly regarded
* Relevant Case Management and aged care experience in a similar role
* Highly developed assessment skills and the ability to creatively problem solve complex care situations
* Relevant understanding and experience in the delivery of health services and/or community based services as well as complex case management
* Proven ability to contribute to and work as part of a dynamic team in addition to operating independently
* Demonstrated skills in networking, liaison and the development and maintenance of strong links with relevant service providers and users
* Valid working rights in Australia (Passport, Birth Certificate etc).
* Police Check (or willingness to undertake the check). Willing to obtain annual flu vaccinations. Evidence of two covid 19 vaccinations
* Own vehicle/licence
Our Benefits
Our culture is both supportive and collaborative where you can make your role your own.
In return for your hard work, you will receive:
* $15,900 Salary packaging
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