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Care Manager - Home Care Packages

Sensible Care Pty Ltd
Geelong, VIC
A$81,016-$92,872 p/a
Community Services & Development → Management
Full-time
On-site

Posted 8 days ago


Care Manager - Home Care Packages

Location: Geelong, VIC

About Sensible Care:

Sensible Care is a reputable provider of Home Care Packages. Guided by strong values, our organisation is committed to delivering individualised, holistic, and ethical care to our clients. With a focus on creating a respectful, fair, and supportive working environment, we serve diverse communities across Melbourne, Greater Geelong, the Grampians, Bendigo and Greater Brisbane areas.

Join Our Dynamic Team:

With the expansion of our organisation, we are looking for a Home Care Packages (HCP) Care Manager . This role is suitable for a person who enjoys human interactions, building new relationships, managing staff members and passionate for creating a difference in others’ lives. Previous Home Care Packages experience is highly desirable but not mandatory. Sensible Care will provide training for Home Care Packages care management skills. Clinical qualifications will be considered favorably.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct assessments of new clients to understand their individual goals, needs, and preferences.
  • Facilitate the onboarding process for new clients, ensuring a smooth transition into the care program.
  • Develop and implement person-centric care plans in collaboration with clients.
  • Monitor the ongoing effectiveness of care plans, adjusting as needed to address changing client needs.
  • Conduct risk and vulnerability assessments of clients to identify potential safety concerns.
  • Implement strategies for ongoing monitoring of clients' safety and well-being.
  • Coordinate and schedule client and care team member schedules, ensuring optimal service delivery.
  • Collaborate with the team to manage and allocate resources efficiently.
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude towards older individuals, understanding their needs, and upholding their rights and cultural diversity.
  • Acting as the first point of call for clients, families, other nominated representatives, healthcare professionals and other external providers.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, families, and the care team, fostering a supportive and respectful environment.
  • Participate in regular care reviews with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Stay informed about updates to industry standards, including the Aged Care Act 1997 and Aged Care Quality Standards.
  • Foster a culturally responsive and inclusive environment within the team.
  • Collaborate with community partners and organisations to enhance service delivery
  • Working closely with care and support staff members to ensure services are safe, individualised and effective
  • Work with the broader team on quality and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure all documentation for clients are accurately maintained and draft reports

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Experience in community care delivery preferable.
  • HCP program knowledge.
  • Strong understanding of consumer-directed care principles.
  • Cultural competence and experience working with diverse communities.
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously whilst being a team player.
  • Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in the aged care will be considered favourably
  • Passion for socially responsible and person-centric care.
  • High level of interpersonal skills and ability to build strong and trustworthy relationships.
  • Demonstrated competence in general computer applications and ability learn our care management software package.
  • An Australian Driver’s Licence.

Benefits:

  • Flexible working hours are negotiable.
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.
  • Company car available or paid kilometres.
  • Laptop and mobile phone provided.
  • Pleasant office that is conveniently located in Geelong with parking.
  • Diverse and inclusive work environment.
  • Supportive and friendly team.

Location:

This role is based in Geelong, VIC and requires the successful candidate to work from our Geelong office. The role also requires occasional travel around Greater Geelong Area to visit our clients and prospective clients.

How to Apply:

If you are a compassionate and skilled professional seeking a role as a Care Manager / Care Coordinator to create positive changes in senior peoples' lives within a values-driven organisation, we encourage you to apply.

Submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience in response to this advertisement.

Join Sensible Care and contribute to our mission of delivering compassionate and respectful care to diverse communities.


About Sensible Care Pty Ltd

Geelong, VIC, Australia

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