Clinical Care Coordinator

Start your career with The Salvation Army today!We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

ABOUT USThe Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australias largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

• 77 bed Aged Care Centre located in Hobart, Tasmania
• Experienced Clinical Care Manager onsite to support you
• Market competitive salary, fortnightly payroll
• Boost your take home pay with salary packaging
• Award winning not for profit organisation, Join one of the most loved charities in Australia
• Close knit management team and support from head office based in Sydney
• Onsite parking
• 6 Months max term (Potential for permanency)

Barrington Lodge is a 77 bed Aged Care Centre. Built in 1850, the lodge is rich in history and provides a cosy, comfortable home with mountain and park views. The centre is conveniently located with access to public transport and is only 2 minutes drive to the New Town Plaza and local services.

We are excited to invite applications for 6 months Max Term as Clinical Care Coordinator position, with the potential for permanency, to join our dedicated team at our residential aged care centre in New Town, TAS 7008.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs the Clinical Coordinator you will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of safe, effective and individualised care to residents and their families (including managing staff and physical resources) and assisting residents to lead an active and meaningful life as independently as possible in keeping with the organisations Mission, Vision and Values.

You will work with and assist the Care Manager to plan, coordinate and evaluate the clinical care in the centre to maintain full accreditation and achieve best practice. The main responsibilities of the role are, but not limited to:

• To provide clinical leadership in the coordination of nursing and care services
• To promote and support a person centered culture and values - respect and treat all people as unique individuals with needs, preferences and a past history
• AN ACC understanding in relation resident care plans, and ensure that sufficient evidence is maintained for validation of all claims
• To maintain accountability and responsibility for the clinical management of health and care outcomes of the residents in the Centre
• To ensure that skills and knowledge appropriate to delegate the task/authority has been considered when delegating health and care responsibilities to other professionals
• To exercise critical thinking within an evidenced based framework to ensure the delivery of high quality health and care services which promote optimal health outcomes for the residents
• To deputise in the Care Managers absence

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role you will have:

• An understanding of, and empathy with, the Christian faith, values and ethos of The Salvation Army
• Registered Nurse - Current unrestricted registration with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency
• Minimum four years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (preferably in in Aged Care)
• Demonstrated knowledge in the care needs of the older person
• Understanding of and commitment to continuous quality improvement
• An understanding of and demonstrated experience with Aged Care Quality Standards and relevant Aged Care legislation
• An understanding of and demonstrated experience with AN-ACC
• Demonstrated excellent organisational and time management skills
• High level verbal and written communication skills
• You must be a self-starter and able to work autonomously
• Strong IT skills and experience in aged care clinical management using iCare.

BENEFITS

• Access to generous NFP salary packaging of up to $15,900 (save on tax)
• Access to relocation benefits through salary packaging options
• Access to meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 through salary packaging
• Cost effective holiday accommodation at Salvation Army Holiday Houses
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work arrangements supporting you to achieve your work-life balance
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Novated car leasing
• Learning and development to support you in your role
• Scholarships via Eva Burrows College
• Supported study options
• Employee assistance program
• Career progression opportunities into management, quality etc.
• Transfer opportunities - we are in every major city in Australia
• Making an impact - socially and environmentally - with one of the most loved charities in Australia

To apply for this opportunity, please click on the Apply button below to be taken to our online application process.

Please note: Evidence of the COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of employment at The Salvation Army Aged Care.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.

Information :

• Company : The Salvation Army
• Position : Clinical Care Coordinator
• Location : New Town TAS
• Country : AU