AUSLAN‑Certified Pediatric Family Support Worker

Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH); Melbourne; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Novated Leases

Workplace culture of support

Discounts on Private Health Insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne is seeking a Family Healthcare Support Worker to provide tailored care under the patient’s care plan. You will support children in their home or community settings, ensuring safety, and coordinating with families and medical teams for optimal outcomes.

Key requirements include AUSLAN proficiency, independent travel, strong English communication, and competent data entry.

Qualifications

• Proficient in AUSLAN.
• Able to travel independently.
• Strong verbal and written English assessments.
• Well-developed interpersonal and professional demeanour.
• Efficient computer and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored care based on the patient’s care plan, including personal care, specific medical interventions, tube feeds and medications.
• Maintain safety and well-being of the child and report concerns to parents.
• Support children to access activities, education and community outings when appropriate.
• Be responsible for safe management of equipment during shift times.

Skills

AUSLAN proficiency

Travel independently

English assessments (verbal/written)

Interpersonal skills

Data entry

Computer skills

Tools

Data entry software

Basic IT skills

Job description

Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne is seeking a Family Healthcare Support Worker to provide tailored care under the patient’s care plan. You will support children in their home or community settings, ensuring safety, and coordinating with families and medical teams for optimal outcomes.

Key requirements include AUSLAN proficiency, independent travel, strong English communication, and competent data entry.