Clinical Needs Assessor and Residential Aged Care Assessor
Murrumbidgee Local Health District is looking for a qualified healthcare professional to assess aged care needs and facilitate access to appropriate support services for older people across the region.
About the role:
The Clinical Needs Assessor utilises assessment tools to determine care needs for frail older people and facilitates access to appropriate aged care services. This role takes a wellness-focused approach to maximise client independence while meeting Commonwealth performance standards.
Responsibilities:
* Assess care needs using the Integrated Assessment Tool and coordinate access to appropriate aged care services
* Apply a wellness, reablement and restorative care approach to maximize client independence and quality of life
* Review and adjust care plans as client needs change, enabling informed decision-making about their care and services
* For qualified RAC Aged Care Assessors: assess residential aged care funding needs using the AN-ACC tool, completing 4-6 assessments per day depending on travel requirements
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (until 30 May 2027)
Position Classification: Dependent upon qualifications and experience
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $117,755.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 24
Requisition ID: REQ637867
Location: Griffith Health Service
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
* Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline (nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, social work, or psychology) with current AHPRA registration or AASW membership
* Minimum of one year's experience directly delivering services in aged care settings or to aged persons in Australia or overseas
* Strong clinical assessment skills with the ability to assess diverse clients with complex care needs while meeting Commonwealth Key Performance Indicators
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to work effectively with clients, carers, multidisciplinary teams, and external healthcare providers
* Sound computer literacy with competency in Word and Excel for efficient data management and timely record-keeping
* Current Class C driver's licence with willingness and ability to travel regularly and over long distances for work purposes
What MLHD offer:
* Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
* Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
* Flexible Working Arrangements
* Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
* Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
* Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
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For role related queries or questions contact Karen Cranage – Aged Care Assessment Service Manager on for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 3 WEEKS
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.