About us :
The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (UPA) is a valuesdriven nonprofit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW with a vision of always ensuring we have our people by our side. With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M UPA is a nonprofit Company limited by guarantee.
Our services include :
- Residential Aged Care
- Home Care Services
- Retirement Villages
At UPA Home Care our focus is building a sincere and caring partnership with our consumers to enable them to live a purposeful and independent life in their home for as long as possible. Every decision we make as an organisation comes back to our values of Compassion Respect Integrity Kindness and Inclusiveness.
The Opportunity :
This is an exciting opportunity to use your outstanding coordination and relational skills across our Home Care services.
Reporting to the Home Care Manager :
You will provide coordination services to support our consumers. You will be a key team member helping to deliver a variety of services to meet out consumers unique circumstances and needs ranging from entry level through to complex health needs.You will oversee a portfolio of consumers develop and manage care plans as well as create services and supports which are unique to individuals.Administratively you will be responsible for a range of tasks such as drafting budgets monitoring financial transactions actioning changes in care undertaking general marketing as well as working with staff to deliver exceptional services.You will liaise with Medical Professionals and Allied Health Services with an integrated approach to consumer careYou will ensure compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards at all timesYou will actively promote the growth of UPA Home Care services in the Hunter NSWWhat you bring :
Certificate IV in Aged Care or Diploma or Degree in Community ServicesDemonstrated experience in home care packaging case management assessment care planning and service coordinationUnderstanding of consumer directed communitybased care service deliveryUnderstanding of current Aged Care Legislation Aged Care Principles and Aged Care StandardsFirst Aid and CPR Certificate (desirable)Experience working with and adhering to budgetsAbility to liaise with and promote our services to external providers in a proactive and positive mannerComputer literate (Word Excel email internet)Current Driving LicenseDemonstrated strong interpersonal skillsExceptional customer service skills with both internal and external customersApplicants must have permanent residency or be an Australian CitizenApplicants must be willing to undertake a Police Check prior to commencementBenefits and perks :
Competitive remuneration including eligibility for notforprofit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15900 living expenses and $2650 entertainment benefits tax free)Access to a Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramUp to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointmentsPlatinum Member of the Australian College of NursingSupportive and friendly work environmentWork / life balance and flexible working arrangements availableWorkplace education and support providedOpportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in needPreemployment screening
The successful candidate is required to have completed / have a willingness to undertake the following :
Vaccinated in accordance with UPAs Immunisation and Vaccination Policy. (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID19 vaccine and annual influenza)Undertake a National Criminal History CheckPreEmployment Medical AssessmentAppointment is subject to satisfactory of all preemployment checks.
Candidates must have the right to work in Australia as a mandatory requirement.
Interested
Simply click on the apply now button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. For a confidential discussion or to obtain a copy of the position description please contact the UPA Talent Team at .
To find out more about UPA of NSW we invite you to visit our website at .
We welcome applications from all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse groups the LGBTQIA community veterans refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment / interview process to better enable you to shine please contact the UPAs Talent Team at .
Key Skills
Senior Care,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Behavior Management,Computer Skills,Caregiving,Home Care,Copywriting,Child Protective Services,Medication Administration,Social Work,Writing Skills,Addiction Counseling
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
