Community Care Coordinator - Narrabri

Everi Pty; Narrabri Shire Council; On-site; AUD 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiddon in Tamworth, NSW, invites applications for a fixed-term Community Coordinator based in Narrabri. You will oversee client care plans, assess needs, and develop goals to help clients live safely and independently in the community.

You will lead a team, liaise with service providers, and support delivery of Home Care packages, CHSP, NDIS and ICare programs across NSW and QLD. This role combines leadership with hands-on care coordination and case management.

Qualifications

• Proficient computer skills required.
• Current Class C driver's licence.
• Current NDIS Worker Check - NDISWC or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Case management.
• Liaising with other service providers.
• Developing Day Programmes and supporting staff to deliver high standards of care.
• Working with clients on care programs including Home Care Packages, CHSP, NDIS and ICare.
• Overseeing client care plans and developing goals for safe, independent living.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Driver's license (Class C)

NDIS Worker Check

Job description

Job Description

Tamworth, New South Wales

611.53 per biweekly

Contract

Full time

NEWREMOTE

At Whiddon, we do what we do because we are passionate about our relationships with older Australians and providing the care and support that they need to continue their independent living for as long as possible.

We have a large community network of home care employees, home care coordinators and senior community coordinators within our Home Care team, providing domestic, personal care and social support to our clients across NSW and QLD.

The Community Coordinator position is a busy and varied role responsible for building, supporting and strengthening social, family & community networks. You will provide oversight of your clients care plans, undertake assessments and develop goals to assist your clients to live safely & independently in our community. You will be working with a supportive & collaborative team in a role which enables you to work with purpose each and every day, to really make a difference in people lives.

In addition to the above, you will be responsible for:

• Working with the team to deliver high quality services;
• Liaising with other service providers;
• Working with clients to community care programs including Home Care Packages, Commonwealth Home Support Program, NDIS, and ICare;
• Case management;
• Development of Day Programmes
• Supporting staff in their role to deliver and maintain high standards of care

You are a strong leader with previous leadership and people management experience, bring your business acumen to drive results through sales and marketing strategies and most of all have had previous experience in a similar role or within a similar industry so you are across and aware of the complexities of the Aged Care industry, its compliance and clinical aspects of the role.

This will be a fixed-term, full-time position for 9 months, based in our Narrabri office. However, you will be expected to be out and about as part of your role, meeting with clients and attending networking opportunities.

About the Candidate

• Qualification(s) and experience in Community Care Coordination or be a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (Not essential)
• Current Class C driver's license
• Proficient computer skills
• Current NDIS Worker Check - NDISWC (or willing to obtain)

Work Environment

At Whiddon, we provide our people with benefits that will enhance their experience and provide them with things they actually want and will use. Our benefits are centred around 'Five Pillars' - mind, body, financial, social and career.

• Comprehensive leave options to support you in mind and body (Permanent employees)
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (or the option to cash out Annual Leave)
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• 12 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Up to 5 days paid Fertility leave
• Up to 3 days paid Community Service leave each year
• Up to 4 days paid Compassionate leave
• Extra public holiday per year with Frank Whiddon Day

Employee Assistance Program for when you need extra support Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay. Did you know that by salary packaging, you can increase your hourly rate by more than $2? This is how:

• Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
• Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
• Remote living options including rent and mortgage packaging, utilities and holiday transport.
• Novated leasing, a financial wellness program, a personal car buying service and a rewards program through our partners.

Quarterly gifts, including Cost of living voucher, ACE Day, Christmas gifting and other ad-hoc gifts from time to time. Access to retail benefits and perks, including great discounts, and passes to the cinema, tickets to concerts or sports events, food vouchers, and more! Employee Referral Program. Get paid up to $500 to refer our next Whiddon star. Learning, learning, learning. Whiddon Scholarships Programs, Leadership Development Programs, Traineeships and more we want to support your educational journey! Get recognised for your great work! Just in Time Recognition, Milestone Celebrations, Everyday Heroes, Annual Awards night and more. Recognition for successfully completing your probation period. Locations across NSW and QLD. If you need to relocate or wish to transfer between our Homes, National