Elder & Respite Officer - Identified Position

Join Our Team at Manngoor Dja!

Location: Gympie
Position: Elder & Respite officer (Identified Position)
Employment Type: Maximum Term (contract end date: 30th June 2027); 36 hours per week

North Coast Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health (NCACCH), now trading as Manngoor Dja Aboriginal Health Services is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the Sunshine Coast and Gympie regions.

We are currently seeking a Elder & Respite Officer to join our Gympie team and make a difference in the lives of our community.

About the Role

The NCACCH Elder and Respite Support Officer connects with local Elders, older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families to raise awareness of their aged care entitlements and to actively engage in NCACCH programs. This role will work closely with the Rostering Manager and the Aged Care Team to assist clients to understand aged care service entitlements, including My Aged Care registration, contractual arrangements and costs to prepare Elders and their families for plan reviews and outcomes. This role also involves building and strengthening service partnerships both internally and externally, while supporting continuity of care across the service continuum and aims to meet and/or exceed the individualised needs of clients and their families.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

• Has previous experience within an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHO) or similar

• Has a qualification in Aged Care and/or a health-related field

• Has a sound knowledge and understanding of Aged care Client Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes

• Has proven experience implementing and supporting person-centred activity programs for Elderly people with, when required, skills in assessment and support planning within a community services and/or health environment

• Can work with respect, empathy, and cultural sensitivity

• Is committed to teamwork and building strong community relationships

PLEASE NOTE: Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

What We Offer

• Work in a culturally safe and supportive environment

• Be part of a community-led organisation

• Opportunities for professional development and training

• Salary packaging and employee benefits

• 36-hour week for work/life balance

For more information and a copy of the position description please visit our website https://ncacch.org.au/about-us/work-for-us/

Join us on our journey and apply using the following steps:

1. Review position description on our website https://ncacch.org.au/about-us/work-for-us/
2. Apply and upload your resume on Seek
3. Complete on our online Screening Form

If you have any questions, feel free to email HR on [email protected]