About Us
Aussie Life Care aims to empower and promote the social, economic and cultural inclusion of people with disabilities with the help of transformative care from the NDIS. As a registered NDIS service provider, we strive to provide a more equitable and sustainable future for differently-abled individuals through customised and goal-oriented care plans. Our fundamental approach to disability care is founded on our passion to build a more inclusive world where individuals are respected and their capabilities are valued despite their disability.
As a SIL - Care Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring that our participants receive high-quality care, with a focus on timely access to healthcare services and support throughout their treatment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee daily operations across several ALC Houses offering SIL services - this includes SIL inspections/assessments and documentation.
- Provide after-hours on-call support and conduct weekly home visits to ALC Houses.
- Ensure that Support Worker care notes are updated regularly.
- Organise and facilitate regular family meetings to address concerns, complaints and feedback.
- Ensure that care aligns with NDIS practice standards and quality.
- Coordinate care for participants, including scheduling appointments.
- Follow-up incident reports promptly and establish the protocols on incident reporting, investigation and resolution
- Manage medication administration and monitoring.
- Participate in quality improvement activities to improve participant care.
- Advocating for participants' rights and needs and working to address any issues that may arise.
- Working in partnership with a diverse group of professionals to deliver seamless and well-rounded care to clients.
- Participating in continuing education and training opportunities to maintain knowledge and skills.
- Drive performance review and staff development plans.
Requirements:
- Diploma of Nursing (essential), or equivalent experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably handling SIL houses
- Understanding of NDIS Practice Standards and Quality
- Knowledge of healthcare services and medical terminology
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of relevant laws, regulations, and community resources is desirable
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to patients and have a strong background in healthcare, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We offer competitive compensation as well as opportunities for career advancement within our growing healthcare organization.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person