Job Description
Are you passionate about helping older people live safely and independently at home - and energised by building relationships and growing services?
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UnitingSA is seeking a motivated and people-focused Care Partner to join our Community Aged Care team, with a strong focus on onboarding new clients and service growth.
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This role is initally being offered covering materninty leave with the possiblilty to extend. The position ideal for someone who thrives on connection, takes initiative, and enjoys combining purpose-driven work with a results-focused mindset.
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What You'll Do
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Proactively engage with prospective clients and families to promote UnitingSA's aged care services.
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Lead the onboarding and sign-up of new clients, guiding them confidently through My Aged Care and entry into services.
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Coordinate services that promote independence and support clients to achieve their individual goals.
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Co-design and manage personalised care plans in line with My Aged Care assessments, funding, and client aspirations.
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Collaborate closely with clients, carers, and internal teams to deliver high-quality, goal-oriented care.
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Monitor service delivery to ensure compliance with funding, quality standards, and legislative requirements.
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Identify and escalte high-risk situations in line with UnitingSA policies and procedures.
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What You'll Bring
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Strong relationship-building and communication skills, with confidence engaging new clients and referrers.
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Experience or demonstrated enthusiasm for client acquisition and service growth within health, community, or aged care settings.
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A genuine commitment to supporting older people to live well at home.
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Sound understanding of My Aged Care and community aged care services.
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Qualification in Aged or Community Support or equivalent qualification.
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Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills.
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Familiarity with electronic client management systems.
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Understanding of Commonwealth Home Support Program, Support at Home Program, and Aged Care Quality Standards.
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Proficiency in computing skills and ability to learn new systems.
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A proactive, organised, and outcomes-focused approach.
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Why Join Us?
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Work that matters with people who care – be part of a leading not-for-profit organisation.
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Supportive multi-disciplinary team and a strong commitment to professional development.
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Competitive salary with generous salary packaging perks:
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Up to $15,900 tax-free earnings.
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Additional $2,650 tax-free via our Meal & Entertainment Card.
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Novated leasing options for financial flexibility.
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Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
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📌 Care Partner (South Australia)
🏢 UnitingSA
📍 South Australia