Clinical Aged Care Assessor (Temporary)

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seniors Assessment Service at Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Clinical Aged Care Assessor to conduct comprehensive ACAT assessments and create tailored support plans for older people and their carers. Based at Westmead Hospital, you’ll work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team across hospital and community settings.

Role requires tertiary qualifications and current registration in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Speech Pathology with

Qualifications

• Postgraduate experience with older people in acute or community settings.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding or experience in health and functional support needs of older people and carers.

Responsibilities

• Complete holistic aged care assessments considering medical, functional, cognitive and environmental needs.
• Develop evidence‑based support plans and facilitate access to aged care services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues and external providers to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and manage assessment data.
• Respond to referrals efficiently while meeting service performance indicators.

Skills

Postgraduate experience

Multidisciplinary team

Independence

Time management

Driving licence

Education

Nursing

Physiotherapy

Occupational Therapy

Social Work

Speech Pathology

Job description

• Enhance quality of life outcomes supporting the older people of Western Sydney.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts across NSW health networks.
• Position open to Registered Nurses and Allied Health Professionals.

Assess, support and empower older people by creating tailored aged care plans that maximise independence and connect them with the services they need.

Employment Type: 3 x TemporaryFull Time (up to 30th June 2027)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist Level 1/Level 2, Physiotherapist Level 1/ Level 2, Social Worker Level 1/Level 2, Speech Pathologist Level 1/Level 2
Remuneration:$81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum + superannuation(Dependant on Qualifications)
Hours Per Week:up to 38 (Job Share may beconsidered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead Hospital / Western Sydney Local Health District

Where you'll be working

The Seniors Assessment Service, Western Sydney Local Health District, is committed to helping older people access the right care at the right time. Based in Westmead, you'll join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team delivering comprehensive aged care assessments across hospital and community settings.

In this team you will be working collaboratively with patients, families, carers and healthcare providers, The Aged Care Assessor performs a vital role in supporting positive ageing and improving health outcomes.

Working with us means you'll:

Be part of a respected multidisciplinary team delivering specialised aged care assessments.

Work across both hospital and community environments, providing varied and rewarding experiences.

Contribute to person-centred care that supports independence and quality of life.

Expand your expertise in aged care, care planning and service navigation.

Join an inclusive organisation that values collaboration, innovation and continuous learning.

Here's why joining our team is a great career move!

You will be a part of a purpose-driven organisation making real community impact

You will have access to ongoing professional development and career progression

You will be working within a modern campus with access to on-site parking, walking distance to public transport network, onsite childcare, cafés, and an onsite gym and staff only wellness spaces.

You will work in a collaborative, diverse team in one of Australia's top public hospitals

Your skills will be helping to shape the future of healthcare.

What you'll be doing

As a Clinical Aged Care Assessor (ACAT), you'll conduct comprehensive assessments to determine eligibility for Commonwealth-funded aged care services while developing tailored support plans that meet the individual needs of older people and their carers.

You will be required to:

Complete holistic aged care assessments considering medical, functional, cognitive, psychosocial, cultural and environmental needs.

Develop evidence-based support plans and facilitate access to residential aged care and community services under the Aged Care Act.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues and external service providers to coordinate seamless, person-centred care.

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and manage assessment data in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.

Respond to referrals efficiently while achieving service performance indicators and maintaining high-quality assessment standards.

Tertiary qualification & current registration with AHPRA in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy or tertiary qualification in Social Workwith eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work or Speech Pathology with eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia.

Selection Criteria

Demonstrated post graduate experience working with older people in an acute or community setting.

Demonstrated ability to work independently & in an effective manner encompassing appropriate initiative, organisational, problem solving & time management skills.

Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as function as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Understanding or experience in the health & functional support needs of older people & their carers in the community setting.

Current Drivers Licence (minimum class C) valid within Australia & demonstrated competent driving ability/ experience.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.