Aps4 Planner

12 month contract | Government Department

**Your new company**

Are you passionate about making a difference and want to contribute to a team that’s dedicated to improving the lives of younger people living in aged care? If so, we’d love to hear from you

This department is currently looking for an APS4 Planner to join a warm and welcoming team based in Surry Hills.
**Your new role**

As an APS4 Planner, you’ll be instrumental in working with different partners relating to the participant’s plan and support. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that well-coordinated processes are in place, contributing not just to individual well-being but also fostering community participation. Your ability to communicate effectively and provide administrative support will be key in this role.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Gathering information from participants and planning partners over the phone and in person, to ensure high-quality planning and decision-making.
- Using a range of policies, practice guidance and legislation to make funding decisions in relation to participant plans.
- Working closely with participants and their representatives to identify current and future supports to achieve plan outcomes.
- Liaising with key stakeholders, resolving issues and complaints.
- Completing administrative and data entry tasks relating to participants.
- Contributing to the achievement of key performance indicators, including planning targets
- Work closely with participants, ensuring their plans are well-coordinated and supported.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Be adaptable, as roles and priorities may change over time.

**What you'll need to succeed**
- Planning, administration / operations experience
- An understanding of the health / disability / aged care sector
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Adaptability
- Be a dynamic person that enjoys managing a variety of tasks.
- AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

**What you'll get in return**- Rewarding and progressive government department- Varied and interesting role- $43.82 ph + super- 12 month contract minimum

**What you need to do now**

Lucille Kilshaw

T: 02 8226 9625

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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