Clinical Aged Care Needs Assessor

NACCHO; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

NFP Salary Packaging up to $15,900 tax

Laptop and mobile phone

Flexible hours

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gateway Health in Wangaratta, Victoria, is hiring two positions (full-time or part-time) to deliver the Aged Care Assessment Program (ACAP). The focus is to assess eligibility for government-subsidised aged care and support older people to access appropriate services.

The role is classified under the SACS award at Level 5 ($51-$53.31/hour plus superannuation). We offer flexible hours, paid parental leave, NFP Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per year, a laptop and mobile phone with remote access,

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in a health-related discipline.
• Current unrestricted AHPRA registration or eligibility.
• Minimum of one year demonstrated experience in aged care or related settings, including dementia care.
• Current MAC Learning training modules or willingness to complete.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ACAP assessments to determine eligibility for government-subsidised aged care.
• Deliver services and support to older persons in aged care settings.

Skills

Health qualification

AHPRA registration

Aged care experience

MAC Learning

Education

Health-related degree

Job description

• Salary: Level 5 ($51-$53.31/hour + superannuation).
• Contact email: [e-mail]
• Contact phone: [phone]

Full time

• 2 positions available | part-time or full-time
• Paid parental leave
• NFP Salary Packaging up to $15,900 tax-free per year

About Us

Gateway Health is a not-for-profit community health service delivering primary health and welfare services to individuals, families, and communities across Northeast Victoria and parts of Southern New South Wales. With a team of over 300 dedicated staff, we operate across the Ovens Murray region and are committed to improving health outcomes for all people, including those facing social, environmental, and cultural barriers to care. We celebrate diversity and actively work to reflect the communities we serve.

About the Role

We have two positions available in this role, and will consider full-time or part-time for the suitable candidates. In this role, based in Wangaratta, you will play a pivotal role in the delivery of the Aged Care Assessment Program (ACAP). The focus of the role is to conduct assessments to work out whether an older person is eligible for government-subsidised aged care.

This role is classified under the Community Health Centre (Stand Alone Services) Social and Community Service Employees Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022 (SACS) at Level 5 ($51-$53.31/hour + superannuation).

Skills & Experience

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualification* in a health-related discipline directly related to health, aged care or related specialist area. E.g. registered nurses, medical officers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and social workers.
• Current unrestricted registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or part of or eligible to be part of a relevant professional association.
• Minimum of one year demonstrated experience in Australia or overseas directly delivering services in aged care settings and/or to aged persons (such as geriatric evaluation, rehabilitation, palliative care, community nursing), including to people living with dementia.
• Current “MAC Learning” training modules and assessments, or willing to complete.

We genuinely invest in our people. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits and support available across our organisation:

• NFP Salary Packagingup to $15,900 tax-free per year, putting more money in your pocket
• Flexible hours and working arrangementsto support a healthy work-life balance
• Laptop and mobile phonewith remote access for on and offsite work
• Paid parental leave
• Fitness Passport– discounted health and fitness program for you and your family
• Professional development, ongoing training, and regular supervision support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)– free confidential counselling for you and your family, plus group supervision and wellness activities
• Cultural leave flexibility– swap a public holiday for a religious or culturally significant day of your choice
• Annual flu vaccination programand discounted health insurance

Gateway Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability, LGBTIQASB+ communities, people experiencing health inequalities, and culturally, linguistically and faith diverse people.

Pre-employment checks include a Criminal History Check, Working With Children Check, evidence of Influenza vaccination, and proof of right to work in Australia.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.