Clinical Needs Assessor - Aged Care Assessment Service - Coffs Harbour Health Campus
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 2 (OT Level 2, Physio L2, SW L2, RN / Psychologist)
Remuneration: $91,472.00 - $104,753.00
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ577142
About you
Must hold an eligible membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers; or qualifications recognised for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia; or qualifications recognised for registration with the Physiotherapy Board of Australia; or qualifications eligible for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; or qualifications eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Can you demonstrate an ability to conduct comprehensive clinical aged care assessments and problem solve complex cases with a focus on achieving positive client and carer/family outcomes while ensuring a person centred approach within a multidisciplinary team environment?
Have you worked with aged clients for a minimum of 12 months on a ward, in an aged care residential setting or in nursing or allied health services / clinics?
What you'll be doing
To provide safe, compassionate and high quality person centred comprehensive aged care clinical assessments to clients.
Ensuring eligibility for aged care services in collaboration with clients, their families/carers and a multidisciplinary team to achieve identified goals and outcomes in line with MNCLHD Aged Care Assessment Service guidelines (ACAS).
What we offer
With a culture of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment we offer an exciting work environment and an opportunity to make a positive impact on the delivery and future of rural and regional health. Working with MNC Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Paid Maternity, Adoption and Parental Leave
- Allocated Days off (ADO) for full time employees
- Salary Packaging
- Professional Development & Learning
- Relocation Assistance (via Salary Packaging)
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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For role related queries or questions contact Deanna Tune on Deanna.Tune@health.nsw.gov.au or 0417 027 220
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au
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