Aged Care Navigator

Wellways Australia; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,899

Meal and Entertainment allowance up to

17.5% leave loading

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wellways Australia is recruiting for a full-time Aged Care Navigator to support Older Carers and Carers of frail aged people in navigating My Aged Care. Based in Bowral, NSW, the role involves outreach in Queensland, Southwestern Sydney, and Nepean Blue Mountains, with a driver’s license required for travel.

We offer salary packaging, meal and entertainment allowances, 17.5% leave loading, and parental leave after 12 months. Join a committed, inclusive team dedicated to improving lives.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in social work or related field or demonstrated relevant experience.
• Current valid Driver's Licence.
• Appropriate IT skills.
• National Police Check (less than 12 months old).
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Support Older Carers and CALD communities to navigate the My Aged Care system.
• Collaborate with My Aged Care Assessment teams and contact centre staff to ensure Carer outcomes are met.
• Engage hard-to-reach populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Skills

IT skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in social work or related field

Tools

Driver's License

NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Blue Card

Job description

Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you.

• Full time, Ongoing opportunity within the Carer Gateway Services program!
• Based in Bowral, NSW
• $46.70ph (SCHADS Level 4B) + Salary Packaging up to $15,899 + 17.5% Leave loading + Super

About This Program

Carer Gateway Services were implemented in 2020 in the context of national reforms and represents an exciting era for the delivery of innovative Carer services through funded service providers.

The Department of Health and Aged Care (DOH) has funded the implementation of the Aged Care Navigator Program (ACNP) through Carer Gateway to support Older Carers/family Carers of frail aged people to navigate the My Aged Care system.

The DOH have funded Wellways Carer Gateway Service to deliver the ACNP in Queensland and Southwestern Sydney, Nepean Blue Mountains.

To be successful in this role

This role is responsible for supporting Older Carers and Carers supporting frail aged people, including hard-to reach populations, such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities, to better understand and access the My Aged Care system in Queensland, Southwestern Sydney and Nepean Blue Mountains.

The objective of the role is to ensure that Carers have access to the information and support they require to successfully engage with My Aged Care system. The role will also work in collaboration with the My Aged Care Assessment teams and contact centre staff to ensure Carer outcomes are met.

You will also need:

• Tertiary qualifications in a related field (e.g. social work, human services, aged care, community services or health) and/or demonstrated relevant experience
• Regional Assessment Service (RAS) or Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) Assessor experience is highly desirable
• Current valid Driver’s License
• Appropriate IT skills
• Evidence of working rights within Australia (birth cert/passport/visa)
• National Police Check (less than 12 months old)
• Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check/Yellow Card QLD
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate – free online course

About Us

Wellways connects people, strengthens families, and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. A leading for purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year!

Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.

What We Offer

• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
• An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
• Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
• Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
• Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.

Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.

Job Description Summary

This full-time role (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm) is responsible for supporting Older Carers and Carers supporting frail aged people, including hard-to reach populations, such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities, to better understand and access the My Aged Care system in Queensland, Southwestern Sydney and Nepean Blue Mountains.

The role of the Aged Care Navigator will be based in our Carins Carer Hub, but will also require travelling into community for face-to-face interactions with our carers. Therefore, a driver's license is required. Work cars available for use.

Culture

We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.