Care Coordinator. Permanent Full Time

at  Life Without Barriers

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Time management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively to ensure the high needs of the role are met.
• Degree or equivalent in allied health, nursing, mental health or a related field as well as previous complex case management experience.
• Demonstrated experience in all aspects of case management including comprehensive assessment, planning, provision and evaluation of services for individuals and their carers, including people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating and maintaining partnerships with service providers and health professionals.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of brokerage services in a community setting.
• Highly developed administrative & analytical skills and the ability to apply these skills in case management.
• High level communication, liaison, negotiation and mediation skills.
• A current unrestricted Australian Driver Licence

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Care Coordinator will possess demonstrated experience within the aged care sector, with a specific focus on Home Care Package (HCP) management. A key aspect of the Care Coordinator role will involve promoting growth within Darwin. Candidates should possess exceptional communication skills, enabling them to effectively liaise with potential aged care Home Care Package clients, supporting their goals to remain living independently in their own homes. This is an office based role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake comprehensive client assessments while developing client profiles and care plans in collaboration with the client/representative and other relevant stakeholders
• Ensure care plans are monitored and reviewed on a regular basis to align with the changing needs of clients, including regular client home visits
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure clients’ needs are met including our Rostering team and Practice Leads
• Develop strategies and/or broker services which will address the identified needs of clients in consultation with families and communities
• Represent Life Without Barriers at external forums and meetings, promoting the organisation within the community