Elder Care Support Connector (Identified)
Core
Connect with local Elders and older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to raise awareness of aged care entitlements and organize access to appropriate services.
Role type
Community support worker (elder care)
Builds
Organized, sequenced support for clients accessing aged care services
Domain
Health care / Social services / Indigenous community support
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Community services experience, knowledge of aged care entitlements, service navigation, cultural responsiveness
Preferred skills
Experience in remote communities, understanding of My Aged Care guidelines
Responsibilities
Connect with Elders and older people, raise awareness of aged care entitlements, organize and sequence support for clients, assist clients in accessing services
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC