AddressWe are seeking applications from Enrolled Nurse / Registered Nurse or candidates that hold a Allied Health discipline or related exeperince in Dementia care to join our team as an Carer Education Facilitator - Treehouse4Two Retreat Program on a Casual basis.
The Treehouse4Two (TH42) Retreat Program is a grant funded program that will improve the lives of people living with Dementia and their carers by increasing early access to Respite and support services.
Treehouse4Two Retreats provides:
- Access to a person-centred program for both carers and people living with dementia across the Macedon Ranges and Hepburn Shires of regional Victorian.
- A wellbeing and education focus in a peer learning environment to support participants to live well at home for as long as possible; improve their quality of life, reduce the physical and psychosocial burden of caring; and delay early entry into permanent aged care.
- The opportunity to build carer knowledge, skills and capability in their role as a carer for someone living with dementia.
- Increased awareness of the benefits of respite for people living with dementia and their carers
- Support for the person living with dementia to continue to live well.
Program Overview
- Consists of both structured and unstructured activities for both Carer Education and people diagnosed with dementia and adapts along with group dynamics and individual needs.
- Operates over a 3 day / 2-night period and is held monthly with approximately 6 couples (the carer participates in an Education program and the person diagnosed with dementia participates in a wellbeing program). All participants come together for meals and couples have their own accommodation on site.
The Carer Education and Support Facilitator is a pivotal to ensure the individual education and support needs of carers are met in the context of a small group setting. The role links with the Engagement Facilitators to ensure continuity of support approaches for the person living with dementia and is a role model for carers of appropriate communication and behaviour.
This role delivers the Carer Education sessions including topics about dementia, physical and cognitive changes, grief and loss, self-care, respite options and other resources/supports available; and encourages peer learning, the sharing of stories and experiences through open and supportive discussions.
The role contributes to creating a safe and warm environment for Retreat participants and walks alongside participants in their journey during the Retreat.
Details of Appointment
Casual position
Current Program Location - Lancefield
Salary: Dependent on experience, as per EBA + 11 % superannuation + access to salary packaging
About CHRH
Central Highlands Rural Health (CHRH) is a rural health organisation that operates five campuses across Hepburn Shire and the Macedon Ranges in the Central Highlands of Victoria in Australia, north and north-west of Melbourne. It was formed through the voluntary amalgamation of Hepburn Health Service and Kyneton District Health on the 30th November 2019. Each of our campuses retains the name of the township in which they are situated - Clunes Health, Creswick Health, Daylesford Health, Kyneton Health, and Trentham Health.
How to apply
Please apply on the Central Highlands Rural Health website, supplying a current Resume, Cover Letter and answering the Key Selection Criteria.
Our Offering:
At Central Highlands Rural Health we have a diverse workforce where we value each person's uniqueness. We will embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
Our employees enjoy the benefits of:
* Salary Packaging
* Flexible working arrangements
* Free car parking at all facilities
* Wellness Program
* Employee Assistance Program
All appointments to Central Highlands Rural Health are subject to a satisfactory clearance of a National Police Check and Employee Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.
It is mandatory for all employees who work within the Health Care Sector have their COVID-19 and flu vaccinations. Evidence must be provided prior to commencement with Central Health Rural Health.
Central Highlands Rural Health committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, ethical practice, and the principles of Cultural Diversity and social inclusion.
