At Whiddon, we do what we do because we are passionate about our relationships with older Australians and providing the care and support that they need to continue their independent living for as long as possible.
We have a large community network of home care employees, home care coordinators and senior community coordinators within our Home Care team, providing domestic, personal care and social support to our clients across NSW and QLD.
The Community Coordinator position is a busy and varied role responsible for building, supporting and strengthening social, family & community networks. You will provide oversight of your clients care plans, undertake assessments and develop goals to assist your clients to live safely & independently in our community. You will be working with a supportive & collaborative team in a role which enables you to work with purpose each and every day, to really make a difference in people lives.
In addition to the above, you will be responsible for:
- Working with the team to deliver high quality services;
- Liaising with other service providers;
- Working with clients to community care programs including Home Care Packages, Commonwealth Home Support Program, NDIS, and ICare;
- Case management;
- Development of Day Programmes
- Supporting staff in their role to deliver and maintain high standards of care
You are a strong leader with previous leadership and people management experience, bring your business acumen to drive results through sales and marketing strategies and most of all have had previous experience in a similar role or within a similar industry so you are across and aware of the complexities of the Aged Care industry, its compliance and clinical aspects of the role.
This will be a permanent full-time position is based in our Narrabri office, but you will be expected to be out and about as part of your role, meeting clients & attending networking opportunities.
Now, we know you bring a great deal of experience with you, and there are a few additional elements which we think will add to your success and great candidacy. These include:
- Qualification(s) and experience in Community Care Coordination or be a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (Not essential)
- Current Class C driver’s license
- Proficient computer skills
- Current NDIS Worker Check - NDISWC (or willing to obtain)
Candidates must reside in the local area or nearby, as this position requires full-time attendance in the office and does not offer a hybrid work arrangement.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Whiddon, we provide our people with benefits that will enhance their experience and provide them with things they actually want and will use. Our benefits are centred around ‘Five Pillars’ – mind, body, financial, social and career.
- Comprehensive leave options to support you in mind and body (Permanent employees)
- 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)
- Access to L ong Service Leave after 5 years
- 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Up to 5 days paid Fertility leave
- Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave each year
- Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave
- Extra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon Day
- Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support
- Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay . Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your hourly rate by more than $2? This is how:
- Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
- Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
- Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities and holiday transport.
- Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal car buying service and a rewards program through our partners.
- Quarterly gifts , including Cost of living voucher, ACE Day, Christmas gifting and other ad-hoc gifts from time to time.
- Access to retail benefits and perks, including great discounts, and passes to the cinema, tickets to concerts or sports events, food vouchers, and more!
- Employee Referral Program. Get paid up to $500 to refer our next Whiddon star.
- Learning, learning, learning . Whiddon Scholarships Programs, Leadership Development Programs, Traineeships and more… we want to support your educational journey!
- Get recognised for your great work! Just in Time Recognition, Milestone Celebrations, Everyday Heroes, Annual Awards night and more.
- Recognition for successfully completing your probation period.
- Locations across NSW and QLD. If you need to relocate or wish to transfer between our Homes
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position, please submit a copy of your resume addressing the above criteria. To find out more about this position and the benefits of a career at Whiddon then visit our website https://www.whiddon.com.au/careers/
