Buddy Program Coordinator (Enrolled Nurse)

Our collaborative and creative Respite teams in Myrtle Bank & Mount Barker are seeking an Enrolled Nurse who is passionate about the importance of physical, social and mental engagement for our clients.Be the difference. Enjoy great rewards and benefitsSupport our respite clients to remain independent in their communityPermanent Full Time position - 76 hours per fortnightYou will have the opportunity to be the difference whilst enjoying great rewards including salary packaging benefits, Bupa Health Insurance discounts, discounted gym memberships and much more. About the role As a member of the Community Respite team, the Buddy Program Coordinator (EN) is responsible for the high level clinical oversight, assessments, care planning and case management of Buddy Program clients living with dementia and other complex health conditions. The Buddy Program Coordinator will provide leadership and clinical advice to Buddy Support Workers to ensure best practice service and care is planned, aligned and delivered with consideration to a clients competency, capability and dignity of risk.Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Completing proficient, person-centred clinical & non clinical assessments, scheduled and urgent care plan reviewsMonitoring and evaluating each Buddy Program service to ensure the delivery of a high quality respite service model that focuses on the reablement and wellness of clientsMonitoring and responding to client deterioration and incidents, identifying early signs of decline to provide best practice clinical intervention for the clientEducating and supporting Buddy Support Workers to find creative solutions to overcome barriers to client participation in meaningful activities in order to help achieve their well-being goalsPartnering with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate referrals into and out of the Community Respite ProgramsFor further details regarding the scope of the role, please refer to our website or the attached job description.About youWe are looking for people who will be the difference in the lives of our residents and clients.The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:Diploma of Nursing with current registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse. At least 5 years of Dementia Care experienceExperience in aged care health and community services, clinical case management and collaborationExceptional interpersonal, negotiation and communication skillsAbility to provide leadership in the management of community aged care staff and services to a range of client groups and working with multi-disciplinary teams and health professionalsDemonstrated project management, analytical and problem solving skillsProficient computer and keyboard skills and the ability to use Google Suite and various in-house databases.Demonstrated experience working as an Enrolled Nurse in a Community or Residential Aged Care setting will be desirable Current Driver's Licence (Class car) - including willingness and ability to travel in-between our various Respite sites About usSouthern Cross Care is one of Australia’s leading charitable aged care and retirement living service providers. We value the diversity in our team, live and breathe our values and offer salary packaging benefits to maximise your take-home pay.When you work for us, we value you as an individual, care for your well-being and develop your skills to help you build your career. We reward creativity and provide the stability and flexibility you need. When you work for us, you work better for life.Apply online: www.southerncrosscare.com.au/careersEnquiries: megan.bond@southerncrosscare.com.auApplications close: 4pm on Friday, 9th of February 2024