Aged Care Assessor - Western and Northern Sydney

Aged Care Assessor - Western and Northern Sydney

• Location - Travel around Northern and Western Sydney
• Casual position 2-3 days per week 
• Pay rate –$47.66 per hour +25% casual loading + superannuation 
• Up to $18,550 tax free with not for profit salary packaging
• Travel will be reimbursed at 0.91 cents per km in line with our travel policy 
• Fitness Passport discounted gym memberships 

We have a great opportunity for an Aged Care Assessor to join our Aged Care Assessment Services (‘ACAS’) team in Western and Northern Sydney. ACAS positions offer flexibility and autonomy and are based across both metropolitan and regional locations, with most roles involving local travel within each region. 

What will your role look like? 

You will be conducting assessments to identify and meet the complex needs of clients and refer to appropriate aged care services under the Aged Care ACT 

Day to day this includes:  

• Collaborating with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams as required  
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to promote a supportive and positive team culture  
• Conducting accurate aged care assessments using the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT) to determine client needs and determining eligibility for home support services   
• Reviewing support plans to meet client’s changing support needs  
• Working effectively both autonomously and as a member of a broader team in delivering to key performance indicators within identified timeframes  
• Maintaining currency of knowledge relating to aged care services both funded and non-funded 
• Assisting with continuous improvement frameworks to regularly evaluate and enhance assessment processes and outcomes   

To be successful in this role you’ll need: 

• An Australian Driver’s license and access to a registered, insured vehicle  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Commitment to excellence in customer service, both to internal and external stakeholders  
• Excellent planning, organising and problem-solving skills  
• Previous knowledge or work experience in the Aged Care System preferred  (but not essential)
• Demonstrated understanding of and to undertake person centred, goal directed, strength based holistic assessments  (or transferable skills)
• Demonstrated understanding of work health safety principals including the required analytical skills to identify and effectively manage risks  
• Willingness to apply for a Police Check 

What we can offer you: 

• Join a highly engaged dynamic team where you’ll be supported to grow and take on new challenges 
• Make a real difference in the lives of Older Australians – play a critical role in assessing their needs and ensuring they get the right care 
• Build valuable skills and sharpen your expertise to help you grow a career in aged care services 
• Flexibility and fulfillment where you can prioritise work/life balance, build strong relationships with your colleagues and make an impact on clients and their families  

Aged Care Assessment Services (ACAS) operate independently of Catholic Healthcare and play a pivotal role in ensuring that Older Australians are assessed for the care and services they truly need.

If you're passionate about making a difference and have the experience or skills for this role, we want to hear from you!