Assessment Officer - Home and Community Care Program for Young People (HACC)

Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation; Morwell; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation in Morwell VIC invites applications for an Assessment Officer in the Home and Community Care Program for Young People (HACC-PYP). You will carry out comprehensive assessments and care planning to meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients under 50, helping them stay independent at home.

The role focuses on culturally safe service delivery, collaborating with families and external agencies, maintaining records, and contributing to

Qualifications

• Qualifications in social work, allied health, community services, nursing or Aboriginal health desirable.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is desirable.
• Current Working with Children’s Check.
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check.
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
• Immunisations in-line with Ramahyuck Staff Immunisation Policy.

Responsabilités

• Assessment & Client Support: Conduct comprehensive, culturally safe assessments for HACC-PYP clients.
• Coordination & Referrals: Facilitate referrals and work with allied health, medical and community providers.
• Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.
• Compliance & Reporting: Maintain records and contribute to reports as required.

Description du poste

Assessment Officer - Home and Community Care Program for Young People (HACC)

Ramahyuck District Aboriginal Corporation – Morwell VIC

The HACC-PYP program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged from birth to under 50 years to improve their health and wellbeing, while maintaining or regaining their independence to live safely in their homes and actively participate in their community.

The HACC-PYP Assessment Officer will undertake comprehensive assessments, care planning, and coordination of supports to meet the client’s identified needs. This role ensures clients receive culturally appropriate, person-centred support that helps maintain independence and engagement within the community.

This includes supporting younger people with a disability to access government funded services or link into other government programs such as the NDIS appropriate to their needs.

Responsibilities:

Assessment & Client Support

• Conduct comprehensive, culturally safe assessments for HACC-PYP clients.
• Identify individual support needs, goals, and care plans in consultation with clients and families.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and carers to develop tailored service plans.

Coordination & Referrals

• Facilitate referrals to internal services or external providers as appropriate.
• Work closely with allied health, medical, and community service providers.
• Maintain client records and documentation in accordance with organisational and funding requirements.

Community Engagement

• Build strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.
• Promote awareness of HACC-PYP programs within the community.
• Ensure services are delivered in a culturally safe and respectful manner.

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with funding, privacy, and confidentiality requirements.
• Contribute to reports for internal use and funding bodies as required.
• Comply with relevant legislation, standards, and organisational policies.

Qualifications:

• Relevant qualifications in social work, allied health, community services, nursing or Aboriginal health (or equivalent experience) desirable, but not essential.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is highly desirable.
• Current Working with Children’s Check
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check
• Current Victorian Driver’s License
• Satisfactory drug & alcohol testing screening
• Immunisations in-line with Ramahyuck Staff Immunisation Policy