About The Opportunity
The Care Excellence Lead is responsible for leading a team of Allied Health and Clinical staff and will work collaboratively with clients, their families and the broader Home and Community Care team to embed best practice in the delivery of clinical services and education in the Neighbourhood Model of Care. This will involve leading and facilitating the implementation of clinical policies and practices throughout our services in the South Coast region. The position is primarily responsible for the provision of clinical expertise and advice, clinical risk management, quality assurance, and clinical governance. In this role you will be responsible for embedding best practice in the delivery of clinical services and advice acting as a mentor, educator and advisor to the local HACC team. Leading and facilitating the implementation of clinical policies and practices throughout our local service. Instrumental also to leading our quality management system to ensure compliance with Aged Care standards and other relevant legislation. This role will require 5 years or more of experience in your field of expertise with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
About You
* Tertiary qualification in a Nursing or Allied Health
* Current Australian Health Professional Registration Authority (AHPRA) or other relevant regulatory authority
* Well-developed understanding of contemporary Aged Care clinical practice and community-based service delivery
* Experience in the Aged Care and/or the Health environment
* Significant experience in mentoring and providing advice to team and employees
* Confident in navigating and nurturing teams through ambiguity and change
* Passion for social change and contributing to an organisation of influence for vulnerable, at risk and disadvantaged members of the community
* Proficient in using multiple computer applications, as well as the willingness to learn new systems/programs
* Current First Aid Certificate
* Current driver's licence and access to a comprehensively insured vehicle
How To Apply
If you see yourself in this role, we'd love to hear from you. Just click on the 'Apply now' button, fill out your details and submit. Once you apply, we'll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Empowered by diversity At Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value – it's how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve. Uniting is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
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