Care Partner

• Permanent full-time role Based on Bidjigal Country in Hurstville Sydney
• $85k - $92k Super Salary Packaging Meal & Entertainment Card
• Enjoy hybrid working flexibility & NFP benefits!

Our Organisation / Who We Are

At The Benevolent Society we believe every person deserves to live life on their own terms with dignity respect and a sense of belonging. For over two centuries this belief has shaped who we are and how we work.

Were working towards a just society where everyone feels valued safe and included. As a not-for-profit independent and non-religious organisation we proudly embrace diversity and are deeply committed to reconciliation. We welcome people from all backgrounds identities and experiences to join us in creating positive change.

About the role

As our Care Partner youll provide phone-based clinical case management and support to older people across Greater Sydney helping them maintain independence dignity and quality of life while living at home.

The role has a strong clinical focus supporting clients with complex and evolving health needs including those requiring higher levels of care and end-of-life support. You will use your clinical expertise to assess needs develop tailored care plans and coordinate services that align with each clients goals preferences and stage of life.

Working alongside Community Care Workers and a broader multidisciplinary network youll ensure care is coordinated responsive and aligned with a consumer-directed care approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide phone-based case management and support to clients under the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and Support at Home (SAH) including completing assessments and developing personalised care plans.
• Use a relationship-focused approach to identify each persons goals and abilities.
• Build and maintain strong networks with agencies health professionals and community services including ACATs GPs social workers and culturally specific organisations.
• Provide person-centred case management in collaboration with clients families and carers.

Our Benefits

We support people to live their best life. That includes you our employee. A best life is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:

• Salary Benefits - You can package up to $15900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated meaning you take home even more pay!
• Motor Vehicle Packaging Options to suit your lifestyle.
• Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements including hybrid home/office options and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
• Recognition and Reward - Sector competitive remuneration various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport utilise our Employee Assistance Program and even purchase additional leave.
• Professional Development - We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment fulfilment and growth.
• Our Reconciliation Commitment Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated case management experience across the Support at Home & Commonwealth Home Support Program.
• Ability to work in a person-centred holistic way to achieve positive outcomes for clients.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• A collaborative team player who can balance competing priorities while maintaining self-care.
• Excellent organisational skills and confidence to represent the service at community events.
• Current drivers licence is essential.
• A relevant qualification in case management social work or ageing services is desirable.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice one who offers provides and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Interested Apply online today!

Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role.

Have a question Contact Saiesha Talent Specialistto discuss the role in more detail.

The artwork above is by Jasmine Sarin a proud Kamilaroi and Jerrinja woman from NSW who grew up on the South Coast in Jerrinja and Yuin country (Nowra) and Dharawal country (Wollongong).

This role aligns to the capability requirements of an Individual Contributor. Please see the Capability Framework attached below to discover essential skills values and behaviours required at this level.

*Internally this role is called a Home Support Partner.

Benevolent Society Capability Framework - Individual Contributor

Home Support Partner Position Profile

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 80000 - 90000