We have an exciting opportunity for new Care Coordinator roles to make a real difference to the lives of older people in Mallacoota and surrounds.
Mallacoota Cares has established a new aged care coordination service in Mallacoota to support local older Australians to continue to live well and safely in their own homes. We provide a unique level of community care, sourcing our workers from within our town to provide our clients with a unique and holistic level of care.
You’ll be responsible for:
· Co-ordinating appropriate care and services for clients in consultation with external agencies
· Maintaining and updating care management systems relating to our clients and their representatives, stakeholders, service providers, and government agencies
· Scheduling initial intake appointments
· Sharing the scheduling of workers for clients
· Liaising with clients and/or their representatives on aspects of their Home Care Package
· Consulting with clients, family members, external agencies and other supports to ensure that care is ongoing and that all client needs are identified and met.
· Timely follow up of incident reports and ongoing welfare checks
We are looking for someone with:
· The roles with clients may be shared within our team, so a solid team player is a must
· A sound clinical background – RN or EN preferably, but a proven capacity in hospital/medical practice administration also acceptable
· An interest in and passion for aged care and community service
· Practical understanding of the Aged Care Sector, Quality Standards, and Home Care Package program is desirable; a willingness to learn and comply is essential
· Well organised, able to prioritise, and meet competing deadlines
· Excellent attention to detail, able to problem solve and make decisions
· Likely to enjoy pioneering a new role and then over time, working in a multi-disciplinary team
· Good Microsoft Office skills and experience, along with a level of literacy in scheduling and reporting software if possible
· The right to work in Australia / National Police Clearance or the willingness to obtain a check
Pay: $35.00 – $45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
