Aged Care Clinical Assessor- Sunshine Coast region

Centacare, an Agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane, is a values-driven organisation, committed to providing services to the entire community, regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender or ability. Centacare has a workforce of more than 3,000, plus volunteers, and operates in more than 200 locations, supporting tens of thousands of people each year.

We have an exciting opportunity within our Single Aged Care Assessment team. Our goal is to provide a cohesive and efficient approach to caring for the elderly ensuring comprehensive support for our clients.

Centacare is looking for Clinical Assessors who are committed to enhancing the quality of life for our Brisbane North/ Sunshine Coast clients. Our new Single Aged Care Assessment System simplifies the journey for elderly persons seeking care, ensuring their needs are met efficiently and effectively.

The primary purpose of the Aged Care Assessor is to evaluate the needs of elderly clients to determine appropriate care and support services. This role involves conducting home support assessments, developing personalized care plans and coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure clients receive the client centred care within a framework of Centacare's Mission, Vision and Values, principles and policies, Government frameworks and applicable funding criteria.

• Deliver comprehensive and home support assessments using the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT).
• Collaborate with non-clinical assessors to provide clinical attendance when required.
• Develop and finalise Support Plans that address the holistic needs of clients.
• Ensure accurate and complete recording of assessment information.

• Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline MANDATORY (e.g., Medical Officer, Registered Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, or other Health Professional).
• Current AHPRA registration is ESSENTIAL.
• Minimum one year case management experience in assessment and goal orientated support planning in aged, community, health.
• Unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence
• National Police Check
• Access to a motor vehicle with full comprehensive insurance

• Opportunity to maximise take-home pay through salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550.
• Paid mileage and travel time for work-related travel between client visits.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Q Leave entitlement.
• Fully paid training with opportunity to obtain MAC Clinical Assessor/Assessor Delegate certification to ensure you have the skills to thrive in your role.
• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities to grow your career. Work within a large, well-established organization offering vast career progression pathways.

If you're ready to be part of a team that cares deeply about community connection and empowerment, we would love to hear from you. Submit your cover letter and resume today.

Centacare is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

The Archdiocese of Brisbane is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults engaged in Archdiocesan activities, ministries and services, and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse. To support this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screening during recruitment and require employees to hold a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card and/or undergo regular criminal history checks.