Dementia Support Specialist

6 days ago


Perth, Western Australia HammondCare Full time

About the Role

A distinguished opportunity for skilled Dementia professionals to join HammondCare on a Fixed Term Full-time contract until June 2026 in Perth. As a Dementia Support Coach, you will facilitate on-ground support, implement relationship-based support strategies, model and coach with clients, carers and care staff.

  • Work collaboratively with peers to develop the skills, expertise and/or applied knowledge of aged care staff and carers to understand the person living with dementia and develop best practice support and care.
  • Support the implementation of recommendation plans on the ground, drawing on modelling and coaching techniques, and seek guidance from Team Leader, Dementia Consultant and Senior Consultant as required.
  • Facilitate and support the trial and implementation of brokerage items with clients and their carers, and seek guidance from Team Leader, Dementia Consultant and Senior Consultant as required.

What We Need From You

  • Strong organisational abilities, including effective time management and ability to prioritise in a busy work environment and competing demands.
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated commitment to excellence in customer service principles including conflict resolution to ensure the consistent provision of exceptional service to internal and external customers.
  • A current driver's licence and safe driving record.
  • Willingness to travel and work intrastate and interstate for up to five days at a time to support the delivery of DC services.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours at times and as required to meet the assessed needs of clients and carers.
  • Qualification in relevant field: Allied Health assistant, Diversional Therapy, Enrolled Nursing (EN), Aged Care, Cert III or IV in Individual Support / Leisure and Health or similar highly desirable.

What's In It For You

  • $80,000 - $100,000 per annum based on experience
  • Salary packaging
  • Dementia specific training & career development opportunities
  • Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave
  • Reward and Recognition Program
  • Discounted healthcare memberships and access for individuals or families to local gym, pool and fitness centres
  • Free independent and confidential counselling sessions


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