AddressOur purpose is to enrich the lives of people living independently in their own homes through connection to services and community.
About ECHO
ECHO Community Services is a registered charity providing care to the elderly to help them live in their own home with dignity while still maintaining their independence.
We provide in-home services 7 days per week for Home Care Package and 5 days per week for CHSP.
Our goal is to provide services at the same time, on the same day and with the same team of Support Workers which means that you know the people who are coming and the time they will arrive. Having the same support workers providing services, in particular, medication prompts and personal care, maintains the person’s dignity and well-being. You know and can trust the people attending. There is continuity of care for people who receive our services.
Your duties will include but not be limited to
- Ensuring full compliance with and maintenance of aged care standards.
- Delivering clinical and other care needs in a safe and respectful manner that promotes clients' personal values.
- Adhering to relevant legislation governing quality standards, professional clinical registration, and practice standards, including mandatory reporting responsibilities.
- Reporting and documenting any concerns affecting clients' well-being.
- Assisting clients to meet their clinical and other care needs in a manner that promotes independence and choice in accordance with their individualised Care Plan.
- Accepting responsibility for specialist clinical portfolios including, but not limited to: continence, nutrition/weight management, palliative care, wound care, falls management, behaviours of concern, dementia, medication management, pain management, infection control, catheter and stoma care
- Undertaking data analysis in respect to client care.
- Application of clinical care indicators to client wellbeing.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential:
- Post-registration experience working in the residential Aged Care sector.
- Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or an Enrolled Nurse
- Full vaccination against COVID-19 and Flu vaccination.
- A valid First Aid Certificate (Ongoing Renewal required).
- A satisfactory National Police Clearance Certificate obtained within the last 6 months.
- Have reliable car with the willingness and confidence to drive in the metro area.
Competency:
- Strong person-centered communication skills and behaviors, particularly with clients with dementia and/or high clinical needs.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate client care in consultation with a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and use resources efficiently.
- Knowledge and understanding of continuous quality improvement, quality standards, and accreditation processes.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Desirable
- Qualification in Dementia care and behaviour support or significant experience
- Qualifications in Palliative Care
Standard hours are between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Mon-Fri, however, you must be willing to participate in a flexible roster involving extended hours.
Benefits:
- Salary sacrifice options to optimize take-home pay.
- Free parking facilities.
- Supportive and inclusive team environment.
- A family-friendly workplace.
If you are confident you have the skills, knowledge and experience to fulfil the requirements of the role, then please click the 'Apply for this job' button.
