Dementia Support Coach: Empowering Care Teams

Dementia; Hobart; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading remuneration

Salary packaging

Hybrid work arrangements

Training & career development

Additional annual leave purchase

Rewards & recognition program

Wellbeing resources & EAP in multiple‑

Exclusive discounts & fitness access

Job summary

Dementia Support Australia (DSA) is seeking a Dementia Support Coach to back-stop care staff and carers across diverse settings, under the HACDSP program. This role is based in Hobart, Tasmania, with travel as required and a fixed-term contract to June 2028.

You will use coaching techniques and evidence-based dementia guidance to support clients, carers and care teams. The role emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and a person-centred approach, with hybrid work arrangements and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Strong organisational abilities and time management in a busy environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to excellent customer service and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively to develop skills and knowledge of aged care staff and carers.
• Support implementation of Dementia Support Australia plans on the ground.
• Coordinate brokerage items with clients to improve quality of life for people living with dementia.
• Build rapport with staff and carers to boost confidence in dementia care practices.

Skills

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Relevant qualification in Allied Health / Aged Care

Job description

Dementia Support Australia (DSA) is seeking a Dementia Support Coach to back-stop care staff and carers across diverse settings, under the HACDSP program. This role is based in Hobart, Tasmania, with travel as required and a fixed-term contract to June 2028.

You will use coaching techniques and evidence-based dementia guidance to support clients, carers and care teams. The role emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and a person-centred approach, with hybrid work arrangements and opportunities for