Dementia Care Adviser Nepean Region

Transform lives, every single day

Do you want a career that means more? At Anglicare Sydney, we bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen.

We're a well-respected not-for-profit that's been serving society's most vulnerable for more than 160 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for the 40,000+ people who rely on our person-centred support. And now, we're extending our reach and impact even further.

As a Dementia Care Advisor, you'll be key to our mission to enrich lives and strengthen communities. Be welcomed into a compassionate, respectful and purpose-driven community where we don't just talk about values – we live them.

Your opportunity

12 month contract - Full-Time (5 days a week, Monday to Friday) – Based at Penrith Social and Wellness Centre

In this rewarding full-time role, you'll provide specialist advice, advocacy, and practical support to people living with dementia and their carers. You will be based in our Penrith Social and Wellness Centre, delivering individualised case management, facilitating education programs, and raising community awareness about dementia.

With empathy and expertise, you will:

• Provide person-centred case management that supports dignity, choice, and wellbeing
• Deliver evidence-based advice and advocacy during home visits and group settings
• Conduct educational talks to increase understanding of dementia in the community
• Complete timely assessments and care plans to ensure services are optimised and effective
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, families, carers, and stakeholders
• Manage budgets, maintain accurate client records, and ensure compliance with organisational standards

What you'll bring

You're a compassionate and knowledgeable professional who is passionate about making life better for older people and their families.

You'll need:

• Diploma in Community Services, Dementia Care, or equivalent qualification (essential)
• Strong understanding of dementia, its progression, and its impacts on individuals and carers
• Experience working with older people, particularly those living with dementia
• Excellent communication, presentation, and advocacy skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and client database systems
• Current C Class driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Experience in facilitating community education programs
• Knowledge of aged care service systems and funding arrangements

Why Anglicare Sydney?

We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen.

At Anglicare, you'll get the security, stability, and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that's ready for the future. You'll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career.

On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:

• Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life
• Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers
• Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family

Are you ready for a career that means more?

To apply for this role, please click the Apply button. All applications will receive a response.

Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.

Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Application Close Date: October 03, 2025