Clinical Assessor - Single Assessment System Program

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is committed to improving the care provided to our patients in line with our vision of Working together to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.

The clinical assessor undertakes a complex aged care assessment using the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT) addressing the medical, physical, cognitive, psychosocial, cultural, environmental and social aspects of older people referred for assessment via the My Aged Care Contact Centre. The clinical assessor formulates a support plan that best meets the needs of the older person and their carer within the resources available. The clinical assessor works within the guidelines set by the Single Aged Care System Assessment Services Contract Statement of requirements, the My Aged Care Assessment Manual 2024 and the Aged Care Act 1997.

Benefits:

Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave for Fulltime employees.
Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
Discounted Private Health Insurance.

Selection Criteria

1. Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award, Public Health System Nurses and Midwives (State) Award or for psychologist, a recognised 4 year degree in psychology in line with the NSW Health and Community Employees' Psychologists (State) Award 2024 and current registration with a relevant Registration Board (AHPRA), or membership or eligible for membership of relevant recognised profession body and demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning.
2. Minimum of one year demonstrated experience in Australia or overseas directly delivering services in aged care settings and/or to aged persons (such as geriatric evaluation, rehabilitation, palliative care, community nursing), including to people living with dementia.
3. Demonstrated high level written, verbal and interpersonal skills, to both engage patients/clients and work effectively with the multi-disciplinary team.
4. Demonstrated ability to proactively engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery and to guide others in providing service excellence.
5. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and apply professional and ethical boundaries when dealing with complex situations.
6. Proficient skills in professional and clinical digital technologies i.e. eMR, CHOC, My Aged Care, Microsoft Office applications.
7. Detailed knowledge and understanding of risk management, safety and quality principles and the role of the Clinical Assessor in applying these principles.
8. Current drivers' licence and willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Brett Mccormick on [email protected]

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Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [email protected] and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information For Applicants

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website