Care Partner at VMCH

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Care Coordination, Person-Centred Care, Client Assessment, Care Planning, Aged Care Quality Standards, Communication Skills, Computer Literacy, Autonomous Work, Customer Service, Cultural Diversity Awareness, Workplace Safety

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

* Own your portfolio, build real relationships — flexible, community-based case management * Hybrid and flexible work across home visits, WFH and office days * Access to a motor vehicle allowance to support client visits ($12,000 per annum) About the Role As a Care Partner at VMCH, you’ll own your own client portfolio, working closely with older Australians and their families to support independence, dignity, and wellbeing at home. This is a flexible, community‑based case management role focused on building genuine relationships, with more time spent with clients and less time on admin and delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care coordination. Day to day responsibilities * Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care to clients in their homes and communities * Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored care plans * Coordinate services and supports to meet individual client needs * Empower clients and carers to make informed decisions about their care * Ensure compliance with aged care quality standards and organisational policies * Maintain accurate documentation and uphold client confidentiality * Work collaboratively within a supportive team and escalate concerns when required About you Essential • Diploma qualification in a relevant field or higher (e.g. Advanced Diploma, Bachelor degree or above) • Experience as a Care Partner or Case Manager within Support at Home, Home Care Packages, or the Commonwealth Home Support Programme • Excellent communication and computer skills • Understanding of aged care reforms and quality standards • Ability to work autonomously and manage competing demands • Commitment to customer service, cultural diversity, and workplace safety • Willingness to travel as required and a current Victorian driver’s licence • Satisfactory National Police Check Desirable • Knowledge of Carer Recognition Acts and relevant service frameworks (e.g., HCP, CHSP) • Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds Why VMCH? Because the people we employ make it a great place to work! In addition, VMCH will provide you with: * A rewarding and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and career progression. * A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay. * A flexible and family-friendly work culture, with wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave. * Employee assistance program including employee, manager, career, conflict, nutrition and lifestyle, money, family, and legal assistance. * Discounted private health insurance, school holiday programs and car hire. * The opportunity to open a high-interest savings account with our banking partner. * We value diversity, champion inclusion, and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and with all abilities, to consider joining our vibrant community. About us Here at VMCH our services are as diverse as the people we support. As a for-purpose organisation, love, joy, hospitality, and courage aren’t just words to us, they guide us in everything we do. While we’ve been around for over a century, we’re always moving forward. We stay true to who we are by supporting people and families to live their best lives, providing a place to call home and spaces to learn and grow. If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you. To work at VMCH, you will be required to provide proof of work rights and a current Australian Criminal History Check. We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of older Australians by conducting assessments and developing tailored care plans to support independence and wellbeing. Coordinate person-centred services and maintain accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with aged care quality standards.