Case Manager

**_The opportunity: _**

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Case Manager to join our Aged Community Care Team covering the Eastern and Outer Eastern Suburbs.

**_Benefits of working for Us: _**
- Competitive hourly rate + Super
- Option to salary package up to $18,850 per annum
- Smart tools provided to perform your work
- Health Care benefits
- Health Care Programs
- Access to EAP Services

**_About you: _**

You will have a strong background within the Aged Care Industry and have recent demonstrated Home Care Package experience and knowledge. In addition you will be able to demonstrate the following experience, skills and attributes:

- Strong communication and engagement skills
- Solid Case Management experience
- Experience creating Care Plans
- Experience in managing HCP budgets
- Knowledge of service provision, co-ordination, allocation and compliance with contractual obligations
- A demonstrated understanding of health care within a community environment.
- Knowledge of manual handling principles with the ability to train others.
- Time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work autonomously with a team focus
- Decision making and problem-solving skills
- Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, and calendar management software
- **Key Accountabilities**:_
- Undertake and understand case management including complex, high and moderate care requirements.
- Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to evaluate client abilities.
- Monitor costs of Care packages and ensure services and operations are within budget constraints.
- Ensuring that the organisation's customer service expectations are exceeded in the administration.
- Develop care plans according to client needs
- Complete documentation to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Conduct workplace assessments in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health guidelines
- Provide leadership and support to direct care employees to promote ongoing development.
- Liaise with General Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals, community organisations and internal clinical care providers to ensure client needs are met and well-coordinated.
- Please provide a brief overview of your knowledge of Aged Care Legislation?
- Please provide a brief overview of your knowledge surrounding Home Care Packages?
- **About Us**:_

We are proud members of the Diversity Council of Australia and our greatest strength is our people. Driven by our values of integrity, respect, trust and compassion, we aspire to create a better home care system for all Australians. Join our team of more than 4,450 staff, caring for more than 105,000 clients across Australia. We’ll provide you with opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career, with training and education programs to help you achieve your goals.

**Job Types**: Permanent, Full-time

**Salary**: $42.94 - $53.68 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Croydon VIC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Case management: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)