AddressCalvary Health Care Kogarah
ACAT Assessor - Registered Nurse/ Allied Health Assistant
- Make a difference at one of Australia’s leading health care providers
- Fixed Term Full-Time and Part-Time positions
- Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment
About the role
The ACAT Assessor position stands within the of the CCH/ACAT multidisciplinary team. The primary purpose of the position is to provide holistic comprehensive assessment, support and management to the target population in the St George Geographical area in the community, hospitals and aged care facilities as applicable.
Key Responsibilities
- ACAT assessments completed within nominated KPI
- 100% accurate documentation in the My Aged Care system and the electronic medical record
- Maintaining CPD points
- Completion of mandatory training
What you bring
- Qualifications in Nursing and eligibility for membership of the appropriate professional body and/or current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and current unrestricted Class C driver’s licence.
- Minimum of 3 years post graduate experience working with older people in an acute, aged care and/or community setting.
- Knowledge of Aged Care Systems as well as Aged Care issues and experience working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to provide education to clients, peers and carers as well as commitment to ongoing self-education and best practice.
- Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including computer literacy.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Improvement initiatives and Work Health Safety principles relative to community service delivery.
- A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation.
For further information please contact Suzanne Bonassi, NUM/Team Leader on 95533055/ ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
About Calvary
We are a leading provider of quality, integrated care that puts our patients, residents and clients at the centre of everything we do. Calvary offers flexible careers in clinical, allied health, hospitality, ICT and health administration, mission, leadership, management and more. Founded in Australia in 1885, we’re one of the largest providers of health, aged and community care with over 18,000 staff and volunteers, 14 Public and Private Hospitals, 72 Residential Care and Retirement Communities and 19 Community Care Centres.
As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community. We value the integral dignity of each person and we encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, people who have come to Australia as migrants or refugees and veterans.
Why work for Calvary?
Joining us is your opportunity to learn with purpose and drive positive impact to our community in a stimulating work environment. We offer paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development. Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality. Further details are available here: https://www.calvarycare.org.au/careers/benefits/
If you are looking for a rewarding career in an organisation that supports the community, apply now!
Please note the following:
- Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.
- As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.
- Calvary has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all workers. You will also be required to provide evidence of other immunisation as required for your role.
- Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.
- Please apply via Calvary People Platform.
