2x Senior Aged Care Engagement Officer

16 hours ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Danila Dilba Health Service Full time $80,269 - $88,712 per year

Position
Title:Senior Aged Care Engagement Officer

Duration: Full-time,
Fixed term until 30/06/2026

Base Salary: $80,269 - $87,712

This
position is identified for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
and is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8 (1) of the
Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination
Act 1996 (NT).

WHO ARE WE?

Established in 1991, Danila Dilba Health
Service (DDHS) is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation committed to
providing culturally appropriate, comprehensive primary health care services
and community development within the Biluru (Aboriginal) community of the Yilli
Rreung (Greater Darwin) Region in the Northern Territory.

ABOUT THE
ROLE

The Senior Aged Care Engagement Officer plays a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of
culturally safe aged care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Elders in the Yilli Rreung region. This position bridges frontline engagement
and program coordination, providing mentorship and guidance to Aged Care
Engagement Officers while supporting the Coordinator Elder Care Support in
program delivery and continuous improvement. The role focuses on enhancing
service access, quality, and cultural safety by supporting Elders through aged
care pathways, strengthening community relationships, and contributing to
workforce development. It also ensures that engagement officers are
well-supported, informed, and aligned with DDHS values and strategic goals.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Provide direct support to Elders
    navigating aged care pathways, including My Aged Care registration, assessment,
    and service selection.
  • Assist in complex cases requiring
    higher-level advocacy or coordination.
  • Support
    consumers through the aged care assessment process and support plan
    development.
  • Guide
    consumers and families in selecting aged care providers and understanding of contractual
    and funding arrangements.
  • Maintain strong knowledge of aged care
    services, funding arrangements, and referral pathways.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

  • Aboriginal or
    Torres Strait Islander descent.
  • Strong
    relationships with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
  • Demonstrated
    experience supporting older people in aged care or community settings.
  • Proven
    ability to mentor or guide others in a team environment.
  • Strong
    communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

  • Qualifications
    in Aged Care, Community Services, or related field.
  • Experience
    in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.
  • Understanding
    of trauma-informed and person-centred care principles.
  • Effective
    administrative and organisational skills including experience managing
    workloads within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
IN RETURN WE OFFER
  • 6 weeks annual leave.
  • 5 days paid leave during
    end-of-year shut down (additional to annual leave).
  • Salary packaging up to
    $15,990 per annum, plus additional packaging options.
  • Career development and training opportunities

For further information, please contact- Ollie
Sutherland | Senior Manager- Aged Care | phone number

EMPLOYMENT IS SUBJECT TO
  • Willing to undergo a Police
    Check.
  • Ability and willingness to
    obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).
  • Current driver's licence.
  • Current CPR certificate or
    the preparedness to gain one within 6 months of commencement.

  • Fully vaccinated against
    COVID-19 or an exemption as listed on the Australian Immunisation Register
    (AIR) be submitted.

  • Full rights to work in
    Australia.

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