Care Partner (Case Manager)

Churches of Christ in Queensland; Bundaberg; Presencial; AUD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay and superannuation

AT0-supported benefits for living

Generous annual leave

Learning and development opportunities

Values-driven organisation

Descripción de la vacante

Churches of Christ in Queensland is seeking a Care Partner for Home Care in the Wide Bay Region (Hervey Bay & Bundaberg). You will coordinate person-centred care, work with registered nurses and clinicians, and help clients stay independent at home through Home Care Packages and CHSP programs.

Ideal candidates bring qualifications in aged care, strong communication, and a compassionate, collaborative approach to support clients and their families.

Formación

• Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent required.
• Certificate IV in Ageing Support or related qualification preferred.
• Experience in home or aged care and in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and review care services to meet client needs and goals.
• Collaborate with RNs and clinical team on assessments and care planning.
• Identify health changes; escalate clinical concerns promptly.
• Incorporate clinical advice into care plans and service agreements.
• Build relationships with clients, families and external providers.
• Develop and update care plans and service agreements.
• Manage client budgets within funding guidelines.
• Identify risks and escalate when required.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Contribute to a supportive, collaborative team culture.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Person-centred care

Organisational skills

Time management

First Aid Certificate

Driver's licence

National Police Check

Experience in home/aged care

Multidisciplinary team experience

Knowledge of CHSP/Home Care Packages

Care management systems / My Aged Care

Educación

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)

Certificate IV in Ageing Support / Community Services or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Churches of Christ in Queensland – Bundaberg QLD

1d ago , from Churches of Christ in Queensland

Care Partner | Home Care
Churches of Christ Seniors Living | Wide Bay Region (Hervey Bay & Bundaberg)
Full-Time

About the Team

Join a high-performing Home Care team in the Wide Bay region. Our people are hard-working, genuine and caring, and they're driven to make a real difference in the lives of older people living in their own homes and communities.

We hold ourselves to high standards, back each other up and take pride in delivering quality, person-centred care. Our Care Partners and clinical teamwork hand in hand, so every client gets well-coordinated, clinically informed support. If you bring energy, warmth and professionalism to your work and want to grow with a team that performs at its best, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Opportunity

As a Care Partner with Churches of Christ Home Care Wide Bay, you'll work closely with clients, their families, Registered Nurses and our clinical team to coordinate quality, person-centred care across Support at Home, Home Care Packages and CHSP programs. You'll be a key point of contact for clients and will help them reach their goals and stay independent at home. Strong working relationships with clinicians sit at the centre of this role, ensuring clinical needs are identified early, communicated effectively and acted upon promptly

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Coordinate and review care services that meet each client's needs, goals and preferences.
• Work closely with Registered Nurses and the clinical team on assessments, reviews and care planning.
• Recognise changes in client health, wellbeing or function and respond appropriately, including escalating clinical concerns.
• Integrate clinical advice into care plans, service agreements and support worker instructions.
• Build strong relationships with clients, families, clinicians, staff and external providers.
• Develop, monitor and update care plans and service agreements.
• Manage client budgets within funding guidelines.
• Identify and respond to risks and escalation where required.
• Maintain accurate, timely records and documentation.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive and collaborative team culture

About you

You are passionate about helping older people live independently and with dignity in their own homes. You enjoy building trusted relationships, working collaboratively and finding practical solutions to support clients and their families.

You'll Ideally Bring

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community) or equivalent qualification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine, caring approach and commitment to person-centred practice.
• Confidence working alongside clinicians and knowing when to seek clinical input.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Current driver's licence and reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle.
• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Full working rights in Australia (we are unable to sponsor at this time).
• Certificate IV in Ageing Support, Community Services or a related qualification.
• Experience in home care, aged care or community services.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary or clinically led team.
• Knowledge of Support at Home, Home Care Packages and CHSP programs.
• Experience using care management systems and My Aged Care

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Courage, and is committed to providing exceptional care to older people.

Why Join Churches of Christ?

Churches of Christ is one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning more than 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care and residential aged care, with services across Queensland and Victoria.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration and superannuation.
• Ability to take up an ATO-supported benefit of up to $18,549 on living expenses (mortgage repayments, rent and entertainment) paid from your gross income before tax. Potentially reducing your tax burden, depending on individual circumstances.
• Generous annual leave to support wellbeing and work-life balance.
• A supportive and positive workplace culture where collaboration and compassion matter.
• Meaningful work where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of older Australians.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning, development and professional growth.
• The opportunity to be part of a values-driven organisation committed to quality, dignity and compassionate care.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

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