Care Partner
We have exciting growth opportunities for Care Partners to join our Aged Community Care Team for our Central and North covering teams. Working hours will be 7am - 3pm Monday to Friday.
We have three opportunities:
Role 1 - Permanent, full time position that will see you coordinate for a delegated portfolio of clients.
Role 2 - Permanent Full time role that will cover various portfolios depending on requirements.
Role 3 - Fixed Term contract, full time, for 12 months.
Short listed applicants will be considered for all three roles at interview. Please confirm to the Recruiter at telephone screening that you are open to all three.
Adopting a holistic person-centred approach; the Care Partner will manage the day to day coordination and care management activities under the Support at Home Program. Community using their highly developed relationship building skills collaborate with clients, carers, families and multidisciplinary teams, to manage person-centred Care Plans to achieve individual goals. There may be an element of care provision required for this role.
The Role
* Coordinate and lead all care management activities for clients within the Support at Home Program. This will include supporting clients with low, medium and high care requirements.
* Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to evaluate client abilities.
* Monitor costs of Support at Home Program and ensure services and operations are within budget constraints.
* Ensuring that the organisation's customer service expectations are exceeded in the administration.
* Develop care plans according to client needs.
* Complete documentation to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
* Conduct workplace assessments in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health guidelines.
* Provide leadership and support to direct care employees to promote ongoing development.
* Liaise with General Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals, community organisations and internal clinical care providers to ensure client needs are met and well-coordinated.
What we're offering
* Professional Development supported & Study Leave supported.
* Internal referral rewards - refer a friend or family member receive a $250 e-voucher.
* Salary packaged vehicle options.
* Opportunity to purchase extra leave.
* Comprehensive orientation programme.
* Devices and consumables provided to assist you in delivering care (including laptop and smart phone)
* Travel KM's if using own car
* Subsidised gym membership - $15 per week to access hundreds of different fitness venues.
* Health insurance programmes - 12% discount with HBF.
* Social club discounts - cheaper tickets to cinemas, theatre shows, Zoo, Aqwa, Scitech, Adventure World and more *providers subject to change.
* Mental health support - up to 3 free sessions with a degree-qualified psychologist per year.
What we're looking for
* Cert III qualification in Aged Care OR minimum 12 months Case Management experience.
* Basic First Aid Certificate.
* Solid Case Management experience.
* Experience creating Care Plans.
* Experience in managing budgets.
* Knowledge of service provision, co-ordination, allocation and compliance with contractual obligations.
* A demonstrated understanding of health care within a community environment.
* Knowledge of manual handling principles with the ability to train others.
* Time management and organisational skills.
* The ability to work autonomously with a team focus.
* Decision making and problem-solving skills.
* Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, and calendar management software.
Why choose Silverchain
Everyone at Silverchain, from our care teams to leadership, plays a vital role in delivering Best Care. It's a team effort. Best Care is care that is safe, personal, connected and effective.
We are proudly one of the few Australian home care providers accredited in both national health and aged care standards. This means the quality of care we provide is expected to meet the same standards as a hospital or residential aged care facility.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we re-invest our funds into research and developing innovative models of care to set the industry benchmark for the provision of the best care in the home.
We'll also provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.
Equal Employment Opportunity / Diversity Statement
At Silverchain, we recognise the positive contribution that a diverse workforce makes to our organisation where individuals can be authentic, are respected and celebrated. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people of all ages, gender, abilities, culturally diverse and linguistic backgrounds.
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