Dementia Consultant

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Hammond Care Full time
About the role


Are you ready to drive change, combine caring, creativity and allied health and/or clinical skills to solve problems? Join the DementiaSupport Australia Team to deliver Australian Government funded dementia behaviour support services.


Apply your expertise in assessment and biopsychosocial approaches, implement practical, innovative and non-pharmacological strategies to prevent, minimise or respond to changes in behaviour related to dementia, anywhere in Australia.

This role is offered on a Fixed Term Full-Time Contract until June 2025 with possibility to extend. This role can be based out of our Chermside facility in QLD.

Responsibilities

Support families, caregivers and clinical staff to understand how dementia impacts each individual.


Equip carers and clinicians to prevent and respond to behaviour changes through modelling, coaching, and development of resources including behaviour support planning.


Be able to synthesise information, through observation and written documentation to provide recommendations that are relationship centred and informed by evidence based best practice.


Develop reports that are contextualised to individual situations and people, that effect change on the ground and improve quality of life for people living with dementia.

Undertake a range of assessments that help to understand the holistic experience of the person and their care network.

Work in partnership with the broader Dementia Support Australia to build capability across the home and aged care sectors.

Contribute to research, projects and programs and work innovatively to meet the changing needs of the sector

Work on other projects and assignments as required and in line with areas of skill, expertise and knowledge.

What do we need from you?

Expertise in supporting people living with dementia

Relevant qualifications in Allied Health, Nursing, Aged Care or Mental Health essential

Experience in Australian residential aged care and or community aged care

Be relatable and able to share knowledge in a way that supports change at all levels

High level of negotiation, communication and relationship building skills

Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills

Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent stakeholder management

A current Australian drivers licence and willingness to travel

Empathy and patience

What's in it for you?

Market leading remuneration

Salary packaging

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Dementia specific training & career development opportunities

Leave benefits - purchased additional annual leave

Reward and Recognition Program

Discounted healthcare memberships and access for individuals or families to local gym, pool and fitness centres

Free independent and confidential counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program.

Ready to make a change? Apply Now

All short-listed applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and provide evidence of Influenza and COVID vaccinations

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