Care Coordinator – Ingham Region (Identified)
Core
Facilitate multidisciplinary care and improve access to primary health services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with chronic diseases.
Role type
Care Coordinator (Health Services)
Builds
Care plans, referral pathways, and client support programs for chronic disease management.
Domain
Healthcare / Primary Care / Indigenous Health
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
care coordination, chronic condition management, cultural safety, stakeholder liaison, program referral, casework advice, self-management coaching, documentation, advocacy
Preferred skills
clinical judgement, mentoring, problem solving, negotiation
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Coordinate access to specialist and allied health services; establish referral pathways with government and non-government stakeholders; provide casework advice to increase uptake of Medicare Benefits Schedule items; include family/carers in client reviews; ensure adherence to treatment regimens; develop client self-management skills; connect clients with community-based support services; maintain quality and safety standards; document client contacts and complete reporting requirements.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
