Discharge Support Services Care Coordinator- Casual

Western District Health Service; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Western District Health Service is seeking a Discharge Support Services Care Coordinator in a casual capacity, working across acute and community services. This role is crucial in ensuring a smooth transition for clients returning to the community and requires advanced nursing skills, effective teamwork, and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate will be a motivated Registered Nurse who can engage with multidisciplinary teams and external service providers.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with advanced clinical skills required.
• Candidates must possess a National Criminal Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate smooth transitions for clients with complex discharge needs.
• Coordinate and broker appropriate support services for clients.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Effective contemporary nursing practices

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Join to apply for the Discharge Support Services Care Coordinator - Casual role at Western District Health Service.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Primary and Preventative Health team in the Discharge Support Service department in a Casual capacity. Discharge Support Coordination is a vital role working across acute and community services.

The aim of the role is to facilitate a smooth transition for clients and carers referred to the Discharge Support Service with complex discharge needs, from an acute episode of ill health back to the community.

The discharge support care coordinators facilitate appropriate support services for clients referred to the Discharge Support Service and act as a broker in purchasing those services for clients requiring Short Term Support services.

This role requires effective teamwork with multidisciplinary team members and external service providers.

You Will Bring

• Advanced clinical skills
• Effective contemporary nursing practices
• Capable and motivated Registered Nurse
• High levels of energy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

To be successful, candidates must have or obtain a National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check Clearance, Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme check, and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. All employees must comply with WDHS vaccination requirements.

Western District Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to cultural safety, inclusion, and empowerment of Indigenous, Torres Strait Islander peoples, their families, and communities. The organization promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal backgrounds, and those with disabilities.

Application Details: Closing date: Sunday 22 June 2025. Proposed interview: Thursday 3 July 2025.

For more details, please see the Position Description.