Home Support Assessor

_About the Aged Care Assessment Team

The Gold Coast Aged Care Assessment Team (Single Assessment Service) is a community based, multidisciplinary team funded by the Australian Government. The role of the team is to work within the My Aged Care System to assess and support frail, older people to access the care they need to live healthy and safe lives in a place of their choosing. The team will soon be expanding our assessment role for older people entering the My Aged Care System and so we are seeking Home Support Assessors to join us in make a meaningful difference in the lives of our elderly community.

About Your New Role

As a Home Support Assessor, you'll have a hands-on role, helping older adults remain safe and supported in their own homes. Working independently in clients' homes you will assess each client's functional abilities, identify needs, and create personalised, goal-focused care plans that encourage independence. If you're passionate about aged care, community-minded, and driven to make a difference, this role is ideal for you You'll have the flexibility to travel across the Gold Coast Health and Metro South catchment areas, covering regions from west of Mount Tamborine up to Greenbank and down to the NSW border. Join our supportive team, where every day brings the chance to make a real difference in someone's life.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake face to face care assessments in elderly persons home
Develop a client centred Support Plan with the client and or their representative
Identify clients who would benefit from a Reablement Focused Program
Review Reablement Focused Programs
Link clients and or representatives where required with key Aged Care Organisations

Qualifications and Experience

Certificate III in Home Care or Aged Care or equivalent work experience is highly desirable
Certificate IV in Health Service Assistance/Allied Health Assistance would be highly desirable
Drivers Licence
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits of working with Gold Coast Health

Flexible work options
Career Development
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Reputable organisation known for its commitment to research and innovation
12.75% super + Salary Packaging
17.5% leave loading

Salary

Temporary full time (two positions, up to June 2025)
Base salary ranging from $2 950.00 - $3 280.70 per fortnight

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

For further in-depth requirements please refer to the attached Role Description.

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC610276