Aged Care Assessor Clinical - Delegate / Triage

Fulltime / Part time permanent role
Competitive salary with generous salary packaging
Location - Perth Metro

Independent Living Assessment (ILA) was established in January 2020 by Indigo Australasia Incorporated (formerly Independent Living Centre WA). ILA's purpose is to enhance health and well-being by connecting the community with trusted knowledge and expertise with a focus on supporting people through assessment, navigation and sector capacity building initiatives.  

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, or Social Worker with a passion for supporting older Australians? If you're looking to make a meaningful impact and provide support to older individuals with a mix of office based and community-based work, we want to hear from you!

The Aged Care Assessment Service (ACAS) is designed to deliver client-centred, comprehensive, fair, and timely assessments, empowering older Australians to access Commonwealth-funded aged care services. This role will be largely based in our East-Perth office, focused on the triage duties and determining eligibility as a delegate of the Aged Care Act (the Act). In this role, you will also have the opportunity to deliver aged care assessments services to older Australians in the community.

KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

This role will Lead the process when triaging a referral for assessment by:

Reviewing information from the registration and screening process
Gathering additional information from the client over the phone on their individual circumstances
Determining as a delegate under the Act whether the client is eligible for an assessment
Confirming whether the client requires a Home Support or Comprehensive assessment and priority level.
If required, issuing an urgent referral to a service provider for time limited support
Assigning the assessment to an appropriately qualified Aged Care Assessor; and scheduling the initial aged care needs assessment
Exercise duties as a delegate under the Act with due care, diligence, honesty and in good faith being mindful and accountable for decisions made under the Act
Ensure performance meets the Department of Health and Aged Care (DOHAC) contractual requirements including KPI performance that pertains to the Triage Delegate function
Support the reforms within Aged Care legislation, supporting clients and stakeholders to understand the new aged care needs assessment process and its role in accessing Government funded aged care services.
Conduct home support and comprehensive aged care needs assessments for individuals aged 65 and older.  
Develop and review support plans to assist clients in achieving their goals and living independently. 
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate clients' physical, psychological, and social needs and determine their eligibility for government-funded aged care services.
Document identified needs and service recommendations for the older adult using tools, templates and the My Aged Care Portal.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Tertiary qualification in a health-related discipline directly related to health, aged care or related specialist area.
E.g. registered nurses, medical officers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and social workers.
Current unrestricted registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or part of or eligible to be part of a relevant professional association.
Demonstrated understanding/experience of the provision of community-based support services to the aged which reflect a wellness approach with a focus on reablement for clients, including assessment, care planning, monitoring, and evaluation processes.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aged Care legislation and current reforms.
Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in working with a diverse client group including people who are ageing, people experiencing mental illness, people experiencing homelessness and at risk of, and people with disability and their carers/families.

WE OFFER 

The opportunity to be part of a diverse and highly motivated team of professionals and support staff
Permanent full/part-time (minimum 0.6 FTE) position
Convenient East-Perth office location
Rewarding work and being part of a “Values based” organisation – making a difference in people’s lives
Ongoing support and training, including Professional Development Plans
Generous salary packaging, up to an additional $18,549 tax free FBT
True work life balance with additional 3.5 days leave (pro-rata) / ability to purchase additional leave.
Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
Health & Well-being Program including flu vaccination

TO APPLY 

Register your interest today by submitting your curriculum vitae and a cover letter, addressing how you meet the work-related requirements (in no more than 2 pages).

View full Position Description HERE or email hr@ilaustralia.org.au

Short listing will commence immediately, along with interviewing. We thank you for your interest in Indigo and reserve the right to fill the position before the close date.

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A NDIS Worker Screener Check is a pre-requisite for all position at iLA

Only those with the right to live & work in Australia need apply. No agency applications at this time.

Mission: We strive towards our mission of a community in which all abilities are valued, where people have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to participate.

We promote and support diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any additional support during the recruitment/interview phase, please contact hr@ilaustralia.org.au 

Values: Passion, Integrity, Embracing, Authentic

We value our people at ILA and strive to have a positive and adaptive culture, one that aligns with our values; so cultural fit is just as important to us as qualifications, technical skill and experience.

Great minds think alike, brilliant minds think differently.