AddressLocation – Sandgate, QLD
Role Type – Part Time (4 days), 12 Month Contract
About the Role
The Funding Admissions & Referrals Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting the overall achievement of funding outcomes by providing governance and support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure Admissions & contract compliance prior to and on admission. The Funding Admissions & Referrals Specialist plays a role in fulfilling Regis' purpose and delivering our Continuity of Carer model. Our holistic approach emphasises understanding each resident's physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs for improved care outcomes, greater continuity, and deeper relationships between residents and their care team.
Our Continuity of Carer model has a holistic view to how we care for our residents by allocating the same carer to the same group of residents, as often as possible. We know this is better for our residents, that it builds trusted relationships and is more fulfilling for you – our future employee.
Responsibilities
Liaise with administration and admissions teams to actively coordinate documentation for all admissions, discharge, respite residents
Develop and maintain open and regular communications and relationships with staff across Regis and being a contact point with Services Australia, My Aged Care, DVA & the Aged Care Assessment Team with regard to government subsidy recovery & resident details
Analysis, data collection and reporting
Ensure that the communication of the status of recovered subsidies are communicated to the relevant Regis staff in a timely and accurate manner
Participate where applicable in the implementation of continuous improvement work practices, including the ongoing development of appropriate systems generated exception reports and controls
Develop and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders including Services Australia/DVA/Assessment staff
What you will bring
Sound proven written and communication skills (experienced with Microsoft suite of products including email and excel)
Good to intermediate excel skills
Demonstrated knowledge or an ability to quickly acquire knowledge of diverse software systems and the use of Aged Care Provider portal – PRODA, My Aged Care Portal, Epicor, SalesForce & Autumn Care
Demonstrated effective time management skills
Have a sound understanding of processes, Aged Care Legislation & funding
Ability to work as part of a team and with minimal supervision
Attention to detail and great customer service skills and ethic;
Positive and enthusiastic attitude
Previous experience with data analysis
Proven knowledge or formal qualification in health care financials
Why work for us?
- Enjoy a flexible working environment to balance your life and wellbeing. Full time, part time or flexible working hours across all days and shifts to suit you.
- Competitive hourly rates, paid overtime and weekend penalties, with the ability to purchase annual leave / take unpaid leave.
- Strong professional opportunities to support completion of Post Graduate Degree qualifications through our Study Assistance Program and clinical development programs.
- Be inspired, be supported and be developed with progressive career pathways and opportunities to relocate to any of our Homes or regions across Australia.
- Discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants and more through Maxxia Rewards and My Brands.
- Discounts on selected health insurance and access to wellbeing services.
- Employee wellness platforms including Employee Assistance Program, providing counselling, financial advice and personal support.
- Reward and recognition programs including our Annual National Care Awards.
- Sponsorship opportunities offering a pathway to permanent residency at a number of our Homes nationally.
- Employee Referral Program - refer a friend and be rewarded.
Ready to apply?
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you!
About Regis
Regis Aged Care is Australia's largest provider of aged care services, with over 7,000 residents across 63 Residential Aged Care Homes, Retirement Villages, and In-Home Care services in all states calling Regis home.
Regis offers a diverse range of care options including residential aged care, home care, retirement living, day therapy, and day respite. Regis is one of the largest providers of aged care in Australia and cares for more than 7,000 residents and clients each year.
To work in residential aged care, you will need to provide satisfactory background checks, supply an NDIS worker screening clearance, flu vaccination and certification proof.
