Health Clinician - Aged Care Assessment Team
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 30 Jun 2025)
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 1 / 2, Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2, Physiotherapist Level 1 / 2, Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse, Social Worker Lvl 1, Social Worker Lvl 2
Remuneration: $35.33 - $64.89 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, Parkes & Cowra NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 24
Applications Close: 28 November 2024 – 11:59pm
Health Clinician - Aged Care Assessment Team
Service Delivery Directorate
About the role
The specialist clinician, working as part of a multidisciplinary team, is responsible for coordinating the care of clients seeking services within their specialty area and providing expert and quality clinical services in collaboration with consumers, carers and other care providers, using an integrated approach. This position will undertake the role of Assessor for the Commonwealth Aged Care Assessment Program, Regional Assessment program and to provide client-end assessment and support for the Geriatric Medicine Programs.
The Aged Care Division delivers a range of clinical and non-clinical services across the entire Local Health District to support Older people in their families to enable them remain supported in their home. The aged care teams and programs have a strong commitment to advocacy, restorative care and reablement back to wellness and independence. The position will enjoy cooperation and support within a strong leadership team and can expect significant challenges in a changing aged care environment which needs to respond to a growing patient population and commonwealth and state health reforms impacting on operations.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Leah Crow, Nurse Manager Aged Care Assessment Services on 0467 963 163 or at Leah.crow@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
