Care Finder

Marathon Health opportunities Posted: Fri, 25 October 2024

**Join Us as a Care Finder in Wagga Wagga**

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable older people? Care Finders provide essential support to those who struggle to arrange services on their own, especially those without family or trusted friends to help.

At **Marathon Health** we empower communities to thrive through enhanced health and wellbeing, and we’re looking for our next **Care Finde**r to join our team on **Wiradjuri Country** in **Wagga Wagga, NSW.**

This is a **full-time position** where you can truly excel and make an impact

**Why Our Employees Love Working with Us**
- **Generous Leave**: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of annual leave plus extra time off during the Christmas/New Year period.
- **Boost Your Pay**: Take advantage of salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
- **Everyday Savings**: Benefit from discounts on groceries, fuel, and private health insurance.
- **Professional Development**: Access an annual allowance for your ongoing training and growth.
- **Wellbeing Allowance**: Prioritize your wellness with our dedicated support.
- **Regular Supervision**: Get ongoing guidance from skilled clinicians to enhance your practice.
- **Career Growth**: Explore exciting opportunities for advancement within the organization.
- **Annual Roadshow**: Stay informed and engaged with our leadership team about what’s happening across the organization.
- **Dynamic Culture**: Join a fun, progressive team that makes work enjoyable and rewarding

***The Care Finder Role**:
As a Care Finder, you will:

- Provide specialized, intensive assistance to help people navigate and access aged care services.
- Break down barriers for recipients, connecting them with vital community supports.
- Improve integration between health, aged care, and other local systems.
- Engage with older individuals facing significant challenges in accessing aged care services.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with participants, their families, and relevant stakeholders.
- Qualifications in Allied Health, Nursing, Community Services, Social Work, or equivalent.
- A solid understanding of the aging process and related life transitions.
- Knowledge of local and regional aged care supports and services.
- A commitment to a person-centred approach that respects individual needs and experiences.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with diverse backgrounds.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a solutions-focused mindset.
- Proficient administrative skills, including experience with client management systems and databases.
- A current Australian driver’s license and a willingness to travel occasionally for work.

If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, we want to hear from you Let’s work together to create positive change

**Position details**:
Wagga Wagga

Aged and Disability Support

Full time

Full Time, 75 hours per fortnight - Ongoing role

**Date Posted**: Fri, 25 October 2024

**Closing Date**: Tue, 12 November 2024

**Contact**: Ash Credlin

**Phone**: 0438 748 830