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Dementia and Behaviour Support Specialist

1 month ago


Parramatta Park, Queensland, Australia Uniting Full time

Uniting is a leading human services organisation advancing aged care through a person-centred, evidence-based approach. We're seeking an experienced Practice Specialist to drive transformative dementia care across NSW and the ACT.

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  • We offer a competitive salary of approximately $120,000 - $140,000 per annum, in addition to up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.

About the Role

This role involves consulting as a Subject Matter Expert, guiding practice improvement, and partnering with respected organisations such as Dementia Australia to bring cutting-edge knowledge and programs to our services. As the Dementia and Behaviour Support Specialist, you will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining Uniting's dementia and behaviour support framework.

  • You will collaborate with service delivery teams to enhance processes, systems, and staff capabilities that foster evidence-based and person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Subject Matter Expertise: Provide consulting and advisory services in dementia and behaviour support across service teams, ensuring Uniting remains at the forefront of evidence-based practices.
  • Practice and Policy Development: Shape and refine practice frameworks, policies, and standards, ensuring they align with contemporary dementia care and behaviour management approaches.
  • Capability Building: Coach, mentor, and empower staff to effectively manage behaviours, supporting a culture of continuous review and improvement.
  • External Collaboration: Partner with leading organisations, such as Dementia Australia, to design and deliver impactful programs, and liaise with industry professionals to stay updated on advancements.
  • Research and Development: Engage with research teams to shape studies that inform and drive best practice in dementia care and use program outcome data to guide improvements.
  • Innovation in Service Delivery: Explore new models of care, contributing subject matter expertise to proposals and tenders that will broaden and deepen Uniting's dementia and behaviour support services.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you will have:

  • Extensive Clinical Expertise: At least 5 years of experience, including direct involvement in dementia and behaviour support management.
  • Change Management Skills: Proven experience in coaching and change leadership, with the ability to influence outcomes even with indirect reporting lines.
  • Strategic Thinker: Exceptional problem-solving skills and a talent for balancing priorities in a complex organisational environment.
  • Collaborative and Communicative: Strong interpersonal skills and comfort with electronic documentation systems, ensuring seamless collaboration with diverse teams.
  • Customer-Focused and Flexible: A commitment to delivering customer-centred care, with the adaptability needed in a rapidly evolving aged care environment.

Benefits:

  • A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
  • A competitive salary of approximately $120,000 - $140,000 per annum, in addition to up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
  • Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
  • Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
  • Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
  • A supportive and inclusive and collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth.
  • Purchase of additional leave.