Job Description

Location: Lismore, NSW, 2480 Full-Time: Immediate start Job Title: Residential Care Officer Salary Range: $79,500 - $82,000 Job Closes Date: 30 Days Position: Residential Care Officer

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On behalf of our client - a leading independent Christian charity specializing in aged and dementia care, palliative care, rehabilitation, and mental health services for older people.

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About the Role

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Our client is dedicated to improving quality of life for people with complex health or aged care needs through cutting-edge, evidence-based care across home care, sub-acute hospitals, and residential aged care.

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We are seeking a compassionate Residential Care Officer to provide holistic, person-centred support that integrates spiritual and emotional care.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Client Assessment & Holistic Care Planningn n
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' needs, including physical, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions, and develop, implement, and monitor individualized care and support plans.
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- Provide initial and ongoing spiritual and emotional support to clients and their families, working collaboratively with staff to ensure spiritual needs are acknowledged, documented, and addressed.
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- Participate in case management reviews, contributing to the development and evaluation of care plans, including spiritual care components.
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- Community Engagement, Advocacy & Spiritual Liaisonn

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- Liaise with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies, and religious/spiritual leaders to coordinate holistic support, promote awareness of resources, and address community issues.
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- Assess community needs for health, welfare, housing, employment, and training, and advocate for improved access to services.
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- Refer clients to appropriate agencies and spiritual care providers for additional help.
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- Support, Supervision & Staff Developmentn

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- Support disabled persons, and older adults, including those with dementia or palliative needs, in residential or community settings.
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- Offer prayerful spiritual/emotional support to staff, distribute relevant materials, and deliver staff learning sessions on pastoral care topics such as grief, loss, boundaries, and faith.
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- Reporting, Writing & Ethical Guidancen

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- Prepare submissions for funding and resources and compile reports for government bodies and other agencies.
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- Write articles for organizational publications on spiritual care, reflection, and wellbeing.
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- Offer Christian perspectives on ethical issues as required, supporting decision-making in complex care situations.
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Requirements

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- Diploma or Certificate IV in community services, social work, pastoral care, theology, or a related field. Candidates who do not hold the required qualification but have substantial hands‐on experience and proven capability in a similar role will be considered.
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- Minimum 3 years of working experience in aged care, dementia care, disability support, or spiritual care settings.
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- Strong assessment, care planning, and documentation abilities; excellent interpersonal and advocacy skills.
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- Current National Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, and up-to-date vaccinations (as per role requirements).
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- Alignment with the organization's Christian values and mission; ability to provide sensitive spiritual support across diverse beliefs.
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- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between sites if required.
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Our client offers career development, support, and a deeply rewarding role.

📌 Residential Care Officer for HCH (Lismore)
🏢 Mygration
📍 Lismore