Residential Aged Care Funding ASSESSOR (AN-ACC)

- 12-monthFixed Term- Part-time position 0.6FTE- PerthMetroarea
- Market-competitive salary with generous salary packaging

iLAis pleased to announce our successful appointment as a provider of Residential Aged Care (RAC) Funding Assessments. As a growing for purpose organisation,iLAis seeking RAC Funding Assessors to join our Aged Care Assessment workforce.

THE ROLE

Are you a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist with five years registered experience in aged care? If so, we have an opportunity for you to join our team!

As a RAC Funding Assessor, your rolewill be based in Residential Aged Care Facilitates across the Metropolitan area, completing Aged Care Funding Assessments using the Australian National - Aged Care Classification (AN-ACC) tool.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Utilising the AN-ACC assessment tool to assess a resident’s functional, cognitive and physical needs.
- Ensure all assessments are completed within AN-ACC guidelines and meet the quality and compliance standards set out by the Department of Health and Aged care and other regulatory bodies.
- Work closely with aged care facility staff, including nurses and care coordinators, to gather relevant information to support the assessment process.
- Participate in regular audits of AN-ACC assessments and provide feedback and suggestions toidentifyareas for improvement and ensure ongoing compliance.
- Liaise with residents to explain the assessment process and address any concerns or queries.




- Participate in professional development and keep up to date with changes in legislation, policies, and guidelines related to AN-ACC and aged care funding.
- Conduct culturally sensitive assessments for specific groups such as those who may identify as; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, CALD background, the LGBTIQ+ community or vulnerable groups
- Maintain up-to-date records of all assessments and related documentation in the My Aged Care portal.

ABOUT YOU

- Tertiary qualification as a Registered Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 5 years qualified experience within Aged Care.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Australia or overseas directly delivering services in aged care settings and/or to aged persons.
- Current unrestricted registration with Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Agency (APHRA) or other relevant professional association.
- Up to date vaccination record in line with Department of Health and Aged Care contractual requirements.
- NDIS Workers Screening Check.
- Unrestricted driver’s license and comprehensively insured vehicle

Upon commencement in the role of RAC Funding Assessor, the following training must be achieved:





- The Department of Health and Aged Care four-day training course and award of unrestricted accreditation or restricted accreditation status.
- Department’s online RAC Funding Assessor renewal course and exam when required by the Department.

What We Offer

- Impactful Work : help older adults gain confidence and to live independently.
- Collaborative Environment : supportive team committed to client well-being.
- Great Culture: considered to be in the top 5% nationally for our sector.
- Professional Growth : training and professional development opportunities.
- Competitive employment benefits : including salary packaging, extra leave, flexible work provisions, and a health and wellbeing program.

Applications close: COB28th August(AWST). Short listing willcommenceimmediately, and we reserve the right tocommenceinterviewing before the closing date. We thank you for your interest iniLAand we will respond to all candidates. Only those with the right to live & work in Australia need apply.

Our purpose: We strive towards our mission of a community in which all abilities are valued, where people have the knowledge, tools, and confidence toparticipate.We promote and support diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If yourequireanyadditionalsupport during the recruitment/interview phase, please contact

Values:Passion, Integrity, Embracing, Authentic

We value our peopleat ILA and strive to have a positive and adaptive culture, one that aligns with our values; so cultural fit is just as important to us as qualifications, technicalskill,and experience.

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