Address Bethanie, Western Australia’s leading not for profit Aged Care and retirement living provider, has been warmly welcoming and caring for seniors for nearly 70 years. We strive to lead the change in the way Australians think about ageing, recognising ‘old age’ as a positive force in society and giving a voice to those who have seen it all and live to tell the tale.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for what we call an Aged Care Clinical Mentor to join the Clinical Governance team on a permanent full time basis.
This role will support our three Aged Care homes in the south west - Elanora in Bunbury, Fields in Eaton and our new Aged Care home in Dalyellup.
You will be part of an encouraging and supportive team that has one aim, that is improving the clinical care provided to our residents!
About the Role:
Our Aged Care Clinical Mentors work collaboratively with clinical staff to initiate the Aged Care Clinical Mentor Model of Change to enable positive outcomes for staff and residents across Aged Care services by embedding clinical best practices.
Responsibilities include:
Providing clinical leadership, direction and mentoring to staff
Assisting operational management to identify clinical areas of priority through auditing and review of clinical trends and feedback
Supporting staff to implement and maintain changes in clinical practice with assistance of key stakeholders including facility management, learning & development and information technology teams
Active involvement in the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives utilising mentoring in nominated clinical priority areas
Maintaining a safe environment
About You:
You're passionate about working collaboratively with other health professionals to improve care outcomes and bring excellent clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning skills. In addition to a current, unrestricted AHPRA registration you will have:
Minimum of 3 years experience in an Aged Care environment
Working knowledge of the Aged Care Standards
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Excellent interpersonal skills and communication, both written and verbal
A sound understanding and commitment to the person-centred approach in Aged Care
Interest in developing others and pursuing own development
Ability to learn from experiences and share them
Good understanding of evidence-based practice and critical reasoning
Working with Bethanie
At Bethanie we are committed to being an employer of choice by creating a supportive and compassionate environment for our people, customers and residents.
As well as being part of a stimulating and nurturing work environment, you will also have access to the following benefits:
Salary packaging up to $15,899 per annum for living expenses and $2650 for meals and entertainment - pay less tax!
Banking, insurance and retail discounts and benefits
Rewarding career with a supportive culture
Professional development and training opportunities
Flexible working arrangements
To Apply
Please click on apply to upload your resume and cover letter before the closing date of Wednesday, 14th February 2024. We hope to interview sooner, so don't delay!
Our application process will consistent of an additional questionnaire to be completed in order to finalise your application. If you require any further information, please contact Emily in our Careers team on 131 151.
Attachments:
Aged Care Clinical Mentor PD AUG2020.pdf
