Dementia Support Coach

4 weeks ago

NewcastleMaitland, Australia HammondCare Full time

The Opportunity

A rewarding opportunity to be involved in a Dementia Centre (DC) initiative supporting people living with dementia transitioning from hospital settings back to their homes or into residential care.

This role offers professional growth and exposure to a new project, ideal for those looking to advance their careers.

The Role

This is a Fixed Term Contract until July 2028, based in the Hunter Region.

Benefits

  • Market-leading remuneration
  • Salary packaging: $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements in a friendly workplace emphasizing work-life balance
  • Additional training and career development opportunities
  • Leave benefits, including purchased additional annual leave
  • Reward and Recognition Program
  • Fitness Passports providing full facility access including gyms, group classes, and pools for you and your family
  • Free independent and confidential counselling sessions, wellbeing resources, and webinars through our Employee Assistance Program, available in multiple languages
  • Exclusive discounts at MyCar for servicing, brakes, repairs, and tyre care plans
  • Exclusive commercial discounts at JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys

Responsibilities

The Dementia Support Coach will provide on-the-ground support, implement relationship-based support strategies, and model and coach clients, carers, and care staff.

  • Collaborate with peers to develop the skills, expertise, and applied knowledge of aged care staff and carers to understand and support people living with dementia effectively.
  • Support the implementation of recommendation plans through modelling and coaching, seeking guidance from team leaders and consultants as needed.
  • Facilitate and support the trial and implementation of brokerage items with clients and their carers, with guidance from supervisors.

What We Need From You

  • Experience supporting individuals living with dementia in residential and community aged care settings
  • Strong organisational skills, including effective time management and prioritisation in a busy environment
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Commitment to customer service principles, conflict resolution, and providing exceptional service
  • A current driver's licence and safe driving record
  • Willingness to travel intrastate and interstate to support DC services
  • Relevant qualifications such as Allied Health Assistant, Diversional Therapy, Enrolled Nursing (EN), Aged Care, Cert III or IV in Individual Support / Leisure and Health, or similar (highly desirable)

Ready to make a change? Apply Now

All shortlisted applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and provide references.

Note: Some health authorities require vaccinations against certain diseases. Successful applicants may need to obtain necessary vaccinations to work in these facilities.

For more info on DSA, visit: https://www.dementia.com.au/

HammondCare is committed to diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where everyone can be themselves.

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