Ageing and Disability Project Officer

at  SA Health

Job no: 891390
Work type: Full time
Location: To be negotiated, Rural Support Service

Categories: Administration, Business and Management, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Corporate Services, Project and Program Management

• Rural Support Service (hosted by Barossa Hills Fleurieu LHN)
• Location negotiable, including working from home
• Salary: $85,790 - $95,413 pa - ASO5
• Temporary Full-time position (6 months contract from date of commencement)

OVERVIEW

Embark on an Exciting Journey with SA Health!
SA Health is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual for the full-time, temporary role of Project Officer – Ageing and Disability Reform. Based at a negotiable location, this position will be instrumental in supporting reform project functions for regional Local Health Networks (rLHNs).
As the Project Officer, you will be responsible for collaborating with the Department of Human Services and other key stakeholders to support the effective scoping and development of a model of service for the proposed Support at Home Assistive Technology-Home Modifications Loans Scheme for South Australia. Your expertise will be invaluable in contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring, and successful delivery of recommendations that meet both the Loans Scheme objectives and regional Local Health Network business requirements.
This dynamic role will empower you to drive change and innovation, providing project management, reporting, and system compliance for Commonwealth-funded aged care and disability programs, including the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Home Care Packages (HCP) programs. You will have the opportunity to optimise resources and funding through collaborative system design and enhance the consumer experience and quality of service when accessing Commonwealth-funded aged or disability care services.
To excel in this role, you will need to be proactive in responding to change and innovative in your approach. Strong collaboration skills are essential as you will work closely with Regional Local Health Network (rLHN) teams to achieve shared goals. Your ability to provide change management support and process redesign in response to relevant Commonwealth reforms will be highly valued.
As part of the SA Health family, you will have access to a range of benefits, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. SA Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone’s contributions are valued and respected.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of South Australians. Apply now for this Full-time, Temporary Contract position as a Project Officer – Ageing and Disability Reform, for a 6 months contract from date of commencement.
For more information about working for SA Health, please visit sahealth.sa.gov.au.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
In addition to the annual salary package we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, employer superannuation contributions and leave loading.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Please refer the Job description for details