Allied Health Assistant

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Working in a fast-paced environment, the successful applicant will form an integral part of NovaCare's growing Allied Health Team.

About The Role:
Due to continual growth, we are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Casual Allied Health Assistant, who is dedicated to providing therapeutic services to promote our elderly consumers' independence and well-being to enable them to remain living in their own homes within Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, and Port Stephens.

This casual role will be flexible across Monday to Friday, with the successful applicant able to flex up to full-time hours as and when required by service demands, with an opportunity to be offered Permanent part-time in the future. You will be travelling across Newcastle, Port Stephens, and Lake Macquarie assisting our consumers with their care programs.

What you will be doing –

• Work under the guidance of our highly qualified Allied Health professionals to carry out duties which complement the therapy program of a consumer
• Carry out face-to-face and non face-to-face tasks that bring life-changing experiences to participants
• Work with consumers in their home or community environment
• You will play a critical part of the service delivery between the consumer and the therapist
• An excellent rapport builder and motivator, you will engage the consumer using your empathetic nature to model components of a new routine or skill, and provide prompting when needed

About You:
As a key NovaCare ambassador and highly visible organisational representative, you will project a positive and professional image that enhances the reputation of NovaCare as a provider of choice within the community.

What you need to succeed -

• Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance
• Demonstrated ability to follow instruction and respect scope of practice boundaries
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of the role of an Allied Health Assistant within a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent customer-service and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, manage time effectively and complete activities
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and email applications
• Current NSW driver's license and willingness to drive for work purposes
• Own reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• Yearly Flu Vaccination

About Us …

NovaCare Community Services Limited is a Hunter-based, not-for-profit organisation recognized for excellence in aged and community services.

We focus on a whole-of-life approach for our customers' health and happiness, and staying connected with their community.

How to apply ...

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in contributing to an organization that values high-quality service, we want to hear from you

For a confidential discussion about the role, contact us on 1300 363 654.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming people living with a disability, from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQI community, veterans, carers, and Indigenous Australians to our team.

No recruitment agencies please.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as an Allied Health Assistant?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?
• How many hours are you available to work per week?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Allied Health Specialist?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?

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