Elder Care Connector – Identified Position
Core
Conduct community outreach to promote aged care services and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders in accessing culturally appropriate care.
Role type
Community outreach and care coordination specialist
Builds
Access to aged care services and entitlements for Elders
Domain
Aboriginal health and aged care
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
community outreach, aged care service navigation, My Aged Care registration, advocacy, person-centred care, trauma-informed practice, remote area travel
Preferred skills
Certificate in Community Services, strong local community relationships, experience with older people
Technologies
My Aged Care platform
Responsibilities
Conduct community outreach to promote aged care services, Engage with Elders and families to raise awareness of aged care entitlements, Support clients in identifying their goals and accessing appropriate services, Assist with My Aged Care registration and review processes, Advocate for clients and help identify service gaps in the region, Work closely with the Aged Care Support Coordinator and internal teams
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC