Elder & Respite Officer - Identified Position
North Coast Aboriginal Corporation For Community Health – Gympie QLD
Location:
Gympie
Position:
Elder & Respite officer(Identified Position)
Employment Type:
Maximum Term (contract end date: 30th June ****); 36 hours per week
North Coast Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health (NCACCH), now trading as Manngoor Dja Aboriginal Health Services is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation committed to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the Sunshine Coast and Gympie regions.
We are currently seeking a
Elder & Respite Officer
to join our Gympie team and make a difference in the lives of our community.
About the Role
The NCACCH Elder and Respite Support Officer connects with local Elders, older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families to raise awareness of their aged care entitlements and to actively engage in NCACCH programmes. This role will work closely with the Rostering Manager and the Aged Care Team to assist clients to understand aged care service entitlements, including My Aged Care registration, contractual arrangements and costs to prepare Elders and their families for plan reviews and outcomes. This role also involves building and strengthening service partnerships both internally and externally,



while supporting continuity of care across the service continuum and aims to meet and/or exceed the individualised needs of clients and their families.
About You
Is passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Has previous experience within an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHO) or similar
Has a qualification in Aged Care and/or a health-related field
Has a sound knowledge and understanding of Aged care Client Rights, Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes
Has proven experience implementing and supporting person‐centred activity programmes for Elderly people with, when required, skills in assessment and support planning within a community services and/or health environment
Can work with respect, empathy, and cultural sensitivity
Is committed to teamwork and building solid community relationships
PLEASE NOTE: Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act **** (Qld), it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
What We Offer
Work in a culturally safe and supportive environment
Be part of a community‐led organisation
Opportunities for professional development and training
Salary packaging and employee benefits
36‐hour week for work/life balance
For more information and a copy of the position description please visit our website /
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📌 Elder & Respite Officer - Identified Position (Gympie)
🏢 North Coast Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health
📍 Gympie