Care Partner- Home Care Packages

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Buscojobs Full time

Care Partner - Home Care Packages

  • Full-Time Position
  • Maximum term up to 1 year covering Maternity leave
  • Locations: West Meadows and Malvern (Hybrid work model)
  • Join a friendly and supportive team

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Care Partner to join our Home Care Packages team on a full-time maternity leave cover. This role involves managing a caseload of Support at Home (SAH) participants, including onboarding new participants, developing and reviewing individual care plans, and coordinating services to meet complex care needs.

Care Partners-Clinical play a vital role in promoting the safety, health, and wellbeing of older adults. By delivering person-centred, high-quality care management, they ensure services align with each participant's preferences, cultural background, and support needs—empowering them to live independently within the community.

This position requires traveling to meet clients in the community and working in a busy office environment.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Allied Health, Community Services, or related fields; Registered or Enrolled Nurses with current AHPRA registration (Division 1 or 2)
  • Understanding of Home Care Packages, Support at Home, My Aged Care, and Aged Care Quality Standards
  • Strong commitment to supporting older adults to remain living independently
  • Excellent communication, planning, organizational, and time management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and participant management systems
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams and external service providers
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification
  • Valid Victorian Driver's Licence

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

  • Experience managing Home Care Packages or working within government-funded health or social services
  • Familiarity with Carelink Plus or similar client management software
  • Experience working with diverse aged care populations, including those with complex needs
  • Background in assessment, care planning, and service coordination for community-dwelling older adults
  • Effective negotiation and liaison skills with community service providers

Benefits:

  • Flexible hybrid work model promoting work-life balance
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Salary packaging options for not-for-profit organizations
  • Employee benefits including wellness programs, lifestyle discounts, and Employee Assistance Program

About Us:

mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organization supporting Victorians for over 65 years. We provide residential, community, and in-home nursing, care, and support services for the elderly and individuals with disabilities. Supporting over 20,000 people weekly across Melbourne and regional Victoria, we have a diverse workforce of over 3,800 employees and 500 volunteers, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 100 languages.

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