Join Our Team as a Care Partner (casual) – Support at Home Program
Are you passionate about empowering older Australians to live safely and independently at home? Adventist Retirement Plus (ARP) home care is seeking a dedicated Care Partner to join our Support at Home Program in Yeppoon. This rewarding role offers the chance to make a real difference, working within a respected organisation that values relationship-based, person-centered, and wellness-focused care.
About the Role
As a Care Partner, you will lead the planning, coordination, and monitoring of individualised care management across a range of home care services. You will work closely with participants, their supporters, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of tailored, responsive, and inclusive support. This role is key to fostering autonomy, safety, and wellbeing for our clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and coordinate individualised care plans, including annual reviews and holistic health planning
- Monitor changing needs and update care plans accordingly
- Coordinate service access, referrals, scheduling, and provider liaison
- Assist clients with budget management and financial statements
- Support care transitions, including respite and post-hospital admissions
- Build and maintain strong relationships with participants, families, and external providers
- Advocate for clients and promote supported decision-making
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with aged care regulations
- Engage in continuous quality improvement and customer feedback initiatives
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma in Community Services, Aged Care, Case Management, Nursing, or equivalent experience (preferred)
- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Ageing), Aged Care, Disability, or Community Services
- Experience in care coordination, case management, or similar roles in aged care, health, or disability services
- Strong knowledge of Support at Home Program and Aged Care Quality Standards
- Excellent communication, empathy, and cultural competence
- Proficiency with care management or CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- Consent to a criminal record check (police check) or NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current Driver’s License, First Aid, and CPR certificate
- Experience with My Aged Care portal and relevant networks (desirable)
- Must have valid working rights in Australia.
- Consent to a pre-employment health/functional assessment.
Why Join Adventist Retirement Plus?
- Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Engage in meaningful work that aligns with your values
- Contribute to continuous improvement in aged care services
About Us
Adventist Retirement Plus has a longstanding fifty-year history in providing retirement living accommodation and aged care services across several retirement communities in South Queensland. Previously known as Adventist Aged Care, we are a not-for-profit organisation that remains committed to excellence in care and services provision for the elderly. With consistent growth and reinvestment, we are continuing to refine and redefine our services to keep pace with the needs of residents and changing needs of the industry.
Ready to apply for your new career with Adventist Retirement Plus?
Ensure your resume is up to date including two (2) suitable referees’ details for reference checks and your cover letter addresses the requirements above
Shortlisting will commence immediately.
Please note only those who have the legal right to work in Australia may apply. The appointing body reserves the right to fill this vacancy at its discretion and to close applications early.
