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Reference Number 32871
Position Title Home Care Package Partner
Employment Type Permanent Part Time
Entity South West
Location Crows Nest Community Care
Enterprise agreement Allied Health and Community Service Stream - Community Service Level 5
Roles Available 1
Hours per fortnight 38
Position Summary

Imagine a job with meaning, one that resonates with your inner values.  Be rewarded for your effort with ongoing training & development and the opportunity to make a difference every day. Come do some good with us.

 

About us

For more than 60 years, Blue Care has supported individuals and families to live independently in their local community. As one of Queensland’s largest and most trusted aged care providers, we are passionate about supporting people to live life their way. Come join a dedicated and passionate team spanning 260 centres and 80 communities across the state.

 

About the role

Blue Care is currently looking for a part time Home Care Package Partner to join our team located at our Crows Nest Community Care. This role will partner with clients and their families/carers to ensure that their needs are met in accordance with their goals and desired outcomes, consistent with blue Care’s Tailor Made service model, culture and values and will facilitate choice in the type of services and option available.

 

To be successful in the role

You’ll need your Cert III in community/Aged Care or equivalent, demonstrated experience in coordinating or assisting in the care coordination of a community-based service or client care, knowledge of Consumer Directed Care facilitation and a current driver’s license. Experience of budget processes at the service and client level and case management/coordination experience would be advantageous. Your excellent interpersonal skills and understanding of person centred care will also make you a great candidate. You will also be proficient with using tablet computers and smart phones. Prior experience in Community Care and or Home Care Package Coordination is highly advantageous. Applicants must have sound knowledge of the effective use of digital technology and devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops and desktop PCs.

 

What we can offer you

We offer leading rates of pay and conditions, as well as professional development opportunities, flexibility with hours, and the best salary packaging options in the industry that allow you to significantly increase your take home pay.  We can also offer you a dynamic workplace culture that encourages you to be creative and fun while contributing to Blue Care’s mission and strategic direction.

 

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference and progress your career while enjoying yourself along the way, we want to hear from you!

 

Submitting your application is easy, click on the ‘apply’ button and follow the prompts.

 

Applications close 23 January 2019.

 

Agency applications will not be considered.

 

Our process includes undergoing a Federal Police check and some positions will require you to complete an online medical assessment. We pay for both of these and it’s an easy process. You also need full working rights for Australia.

 

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.

 

Through our values UnitingCare are proud of our teams diversity, we believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce to help us achieve the best outcomes for the communities in which we operate and serve. We highly encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Selection Criteria Desirable: Do you have excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively?
Desirable: Do you work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks effectively?
Desirable: Do you enjoy working as part of a team to achieve outcomes for customers?
Desirable: Do you have great communication skills and customer service skills?
Desirable: Do you have experience with finances and managing budgets?
Contact Person Janelle Macdonald
Contact Number 0746369525
Closing Date 23/01/2019
Position Description HCPP Position description.pdf
Application Guide click here to view