Number of Positions Available: 1 ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. As a Care Coordinator with our Salvos Home Care team, you will benefit from: Part time role with generous salary and flexible work arrangements Generous Salary Packaging benefits Excellent Support and education opportunities Award winning not for profit aged care provider ABOUT THE ROLE The Care Coordinator is primarily responsible for the ongoing coordination and management of a comprehensive range of services and supports provided to an allocated group of Home Care Package or CHSP clients. This will be achieved through building partnerships with clients and their families, and the Salvos Home Care team. The Care Coordinator is well supported by the Salvos Home Care Operations Manager, a stable team, and the broader Aged Care Support Services (Head Office). Undertakes initial assessment and on-boarding for new clients and maintains ongoing assessment and exemplary relationship with clients and their representatives Develops, implements and monitors consumer directed care plans in collaboration with clients Provides consumer directed case management services to clients acting as the main point of contact between clients, their informal carers, Home Care Workers and external service providers Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with all members of the Salvos Home Care team and with the broader Aged Care Support Services team ABOUT YOU An understanding, empathy, appreciation and the ability to promote the values and ethos of The Salvation Army. Current unrestricted registration with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency is highly regarded. Motivation to work with older people living in the community and an understanding of consumer directed care and enablement approaches Proven leadership experience in overseeing, coordinating and implementing consumer directed care services within a Home Care setting Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills, strong customer service focus and ability to negotiate and influence others Current drivers licence, good driving record and willingness to travel for work. Demonstrated aged care experience, the ability to work as part of a team and promote education and leadership in aged care BENEFITS Access to generous NFP salary packaging of up to $15,900 (save on tax) Access to meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 through salary packaging Paid kilometre allowance Flexible work arrangements supporting you to achieve your work-life balance Access to Fitness Passport Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits Novated car leasing Learning and development to support you in your role Employee assistance program Career progression opportunities To apply for this opportunity, please click on the 'Apply' button below to be taken to our online application process. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled. Job offers will be subject to a National Criminal History Check as per Police Certificate Guidelines for Aged Care Providers. Please note: a current Influenza vaccination and evidence of the COVID-19 vaccination are a requirement of employment at The Salvation Army Aged Care. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W e are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
