Uniting Communities is seeking self-motivated people to join our new Aged Care Assessment (ACAS) team!
About The Role
Clinical Home Support Assessors leverage their clinical expertise to conduct thorough assessments for individuals with complex needs seeking support through the My Aged Care portal. They collaborate daily with clients, carers, and service providers to facilitate access to appropriate support service
You will report to the Team Leader but are expected to work independently and effectively within the community.
The role responsibilities include (but not limited to)
* Undertake comprehensive and home support assessments for clients via the My Aged Care Portal using the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT).
* Conduct in-depth evaluations of clients' medical conditions, cognitive function, mobility, and psychosocial needs.
* Assess clients' informal support networks and determine their long-term support requirements.
* Offer short-term case management services when required.
* Utilise online assessment tools and be proficient in the use of web-based portal
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About You
To be successful in this role, you need to demonstrate the ability to assess long-term support options and determine eligibility for comprehensive aged care services, including residential and home care packages.
You also will need the following
* Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline directly related to health, aged care, or related area
* Current AHPRA Registration or eligibility for AASW Membership
* Current Australian driver’s license and comfortable driving in the community
* Valid National Criminal History Check and Vulnerable Persons Check
* Living close to region required to work within.
About Us
Uniting Communities is a leading, inclusive not-for profit community services organisation working alongside more than 80,000 South Australians each year to reduce inequality, improve wellbeing, overcome disadvantage, and support people to live the best lives they can. We value diversity and are committed to providing respectful, accessible services.
Why Work For Us?
* In addition to your salary, you can package up to $15,900 per year pre-tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card.
* How could working for a Not-For-Profit impact your take home pay? Visit our salary packaging provider for details - Access Pay
* 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
* 1 Week Paid Cultural Leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Staff
* 1 Day of Community Engagement Leave
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What Next?
Please attach a cover letter addressing the role and a current resume.
Due to the role being available for immediately, we will be shortlisting and interviewing applications as they are submitted.
As an organisation, we are committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks