Clinical Assessment Delegate

Aspire4Life; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $4,000

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Meal and entertainment packaging up to

17.5% annual leave loading

Employee Assistance Program

Professional indemnity insurance

Ongoing professional development

Onboarding and support

Health insurance discounts

Rewards program

Technology provided

Employee referral program

Job summary

Aspire4Life seeks a Clinical Assessment Delegate to conduct and finalise aged care assessments under the Single Assessment System, determining eligibility for services and supports. You will develop and adjust support plans, maintain accurate records, and work with clients, carers and providers to meet needs.

Essential qualifications include nursing or allied health registration, current clinical delegate certification, and My Aged Care experience.

Qualifications

• 12+ months experience in aged care assessments.
• My Aged Care Clinical Delegate experience.
• Current AHPRA registration.
• Current Clinical Delegate Certification.
• Current influenza vaccination.
• Ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and finalise aged care assessments under SAS.
• Determine eligibility for services and supports.
• Develop support plans and issue decision notices.
• Review client support plans to meet ongoing needs.
• Maintain records in My Aged Care and internal systems.
• Collaborate with clients, carers, providers, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with governance and legislative requirements.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Autonomous work

Communication skills

Education

Registered Nurse

Occupational Therapist

Physiotherapist

Social Worker

Tools

My Aged Care

AHPRA portal

Electronic records

Job description

At Aspire4Life, we're committed to helping older Australians live independently, stay connected, and access the support they need to thrive.

We're looking for experienced Clinical Assessment Delegates to join our aged care assessment team. If you're a qualified clinician with current My Aged Care assessment and delegation credentials, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact while enjoying flexibility, autonomy, and strong organisational support.

What You'll Do

As a Clinical Assessment Delegate, you'll use your clinical expertise and delegated authority to:

• Conduct and finalise aged care assessments under the Single Assessment System
• Determine eligibility for aged care services and supports
• Develop support plans and issue decision notices
• Review and update client support plans to ensure ongoing needs are met
• Maintain accurate records within My Aged Care and internal systems
• Work collaboratively with clients, carers, service providers, and key stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with legislative, quality, and clinical governance requirements

You'll manage your own caseload and play a vital role in helping older Australians access timely and appropriate care.

What's On Offer

Up to $4,000 Sign-On Bonus*

Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits

• Up to $15,900 tax-free salary packaging per year
• Up to $2,650 tax-free meal and entertainment packaging

Work-life balance and wellbeing

• Flexible work-from-home arrangements (where operationally appropriate)
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional support and development

• Professional Indemnity Insurance provided
• Ongoing professional development, training, and subsidised qualifications
• Tailored onboarding and support to set you up for success

Additional benefits

• Discounted Medibank Private Health Insurance
• Employee Reward & Recognition Program with savings of up to $4,000 annually across hundreds of retailers
• Technology and equipment provided
• Employee Referral Program incentives

About You

To succeed in this role, you'll have:

• At least 12 months' experience conducting Aged Care Needs Assessments
• Previous experience as a My Aged Care Clinical Delegate
• Strong knowledge of My Aged Care assessment frameworks, processes, and eligibility pathways
• Sound clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills
• The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
• Confidence using digital systems and technology

Essential Qualifications

• Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, or Social Worker qualification
• Current AHPRA registration, or eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Current Clinical Delegate Certification
• Current Clinical Aged Care Needs Assessor Certification
• Completion of required My Aged Care Learning modules and ongoing refresher training requirements
• Current influenza vaccination (or willingness to obtain as required)

A Culture of Belonging

At Aspire4Life, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported and respected.

We offer:

• Supportive and inclusive workplace practices
• Employee networks including Yarn'n Circle and Pride Network
• Access to First Nations mentoring and support
• A recruitment process designed to support candidates from diverse backgrounds

About Aspire4Life

Aspire4Life acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations Peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people living with disability.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity or any accessibility requirements, please contact Natalie Kleidon on 0499 742 ***.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and provide evidence of their right to work in Australia.

Sign-on bonus of up to $4,000 available for eligible candidates. Payment is subject to terms and conditions.