Care Coordinator (Home Care)

People Who Care is a not for profit organisation with over 42 years of service. We partner to provide support to older people, those with a disability or people who are facing a social crisis.

About the role

This newly created role will be responsible for the coordination of Home Care services. You will be part of a great team working to implement quality care services that allow our clients to remain as independent as possible. You will be a clear communicator, with exceptional organisational skills and experience within the Aged Care sector. If you believe you can bring the energy, ideas and passion that this role requires, we would love to meet you!

This role is based in Mandurah and offered on a permanent full-time basis. 

Rate: $43.06 per hour base rate + Salary Packaging and Super. 

Responsibilities: 

• Undertake coordination and administration of our Home Care services consistent with the Aged Care Quality Standards. 
• Service planning, case coordination, budget management and administration of Consumer Directed Care.
• Ensure that appropriate client records and data on services is maintained.
• Develop service delivery plans in collaboration with clients.
• Monitor at-risk clients and review service delivery regularly to ensure suitability of services.
• Uphold wellness and client focused service delivery principles.
• Identify and resolve operational issues as they arise.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements.

Essential Criteria:

To be considered for this role you will have the following:

• Certificate IV or higher in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support or Community Services (or similar) and/or significant experience in the aged care in-home support sector at a Coordination level.
• Experience to network, liaise, and develop collaborative partnerships with different stakeholders.
• Knowledge of relevant community resources and services.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook and navigation of the internet). 
• Confidence and good ability to operate Client Record Management systems. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment. 
• Australian work rights.
• Current Western Australian drivers licence.
• Current national police clearance (not older than 6 months).

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge of Home Care and experience working with Home Care funded services.
• Experience in a coordinator level role in Aged Care, Disability or Community Services.
• Current First Aid. 
• Experience with working in a not for profit organisation, and working knowledge of volunteers. 

How to apply: 

All applicants are required to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Please click on Apply and follow the prompts. 

Thank you in advance to everyone who takes the time to submit an application. People Who Care may commence the recruitment process prior to the advertised closing date.

People Who Care is an equal opportunity employer and are committed to achieving a diverse workforce from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability are encouraged to apply.