Alfred Health Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
Permanent positionPart time (64 hours per fortnight)Community Development Worker Class 2B Year 1-7 (XX7-ON15)Located at Caulfield HospitalGreat staff benefits: 5 weeks annual leave & salary packagingThe Department Alfred Health Carer Services (Carer Services) support the people who care. Carer Services is funded by State and Commonwealth Governments to deliver programs to carers (including young carers) of people who are aged, living with dementia, have a disability or chronic illness, and/or mental illness. We provide services to support carers and care relationships in a client-centred, timely and responsive manner. Carer Services is part of Alfred Health's Home, Acute and Community program.
The Role We are currently looking for an allied health professional to join our Carer Assessment and Planning team, disability/mental health stream. The majority of the work is phone-based. This position contributes to the development and delivery of client-facing programs within Carer Services. The candidates should demonstrate and respond to needs of carers, identifying appropriate interventions and linking carers to services that support the carer, caring role and care relationship. Community Development practice aims to work with carers and the person they care for to address issues and needs facilitating solutions.
Skills and Experience Required Essential Minimum Bachelor-level qualifications in Health, Behavioural Sciences, Social Sciences or WelfareExperience working with carers and familiesKnowledge and experience working within disability, mental health or community servicesExperience in client needs assessment, support planning and providing emotional supportExcellent written and verbal communication skillsKnowledge of National Disability Insurance Scheme desirableWorking with Children CheckStaff Benefits Salary packaging & novated leasing through MaxxiaFlexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health InsuranceOnsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-taxFantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through Prosport Health and FitnessChildcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children's ServicesIf applicable, please specify requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.
For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Melanie Carlson - Team Leader on 03 9076 9654. Applications close 11pm AEDT, Friday 22nd November 2024. Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department's risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au
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