Job Description
Applications closing on 05 October ****, 12:00 PM
n
n
Reference number *****
n
Job Type Part Time
n
Package Band 4
n
n
Part time (0.6 FTE)
n Fixed Term, (October **** to May ****)
n Band 4, $73,104 pa (pro-rata) + Super
n
Closing date: 12pm on Monday 5 October ****
n
Mount Alexander Shire is known for its local food and wine, for a vibrant arts community and breathtaking natural surrounds.
n
Perfectly located in Central Victoria, around 30 minutes from Bendigo by car or rail, and with Melbourne only 90 minutes away, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with great services, schools and homes in townships like Castlemaine and Maldon.
n
The role
n
Key responsibilities undertaken by the HACC-PYP and Aged Care Intake Officer include:
n
n
Undertake HACC-PYP and Aged Care intake assessments and reviews of eligible clients, to support the development of goal directed individual support plans promoting a strengths-based approach.
n
Undertake the intake function, assessing incoming referrals within a set time frame.
n
Operate under the principles of client first solution focused.
n
Develop and foster strong client and service relationships and advocate on behalf of clients and their families where required.
n
Provide backfill support to Intake Assessment Team by undertaking commencement visits and service reviews for the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP).
n
Provide responsive and supportive customer service to clients and other industry partners.
n
Promote and develop a culture within the team that reflects the vision and values of the organisation.
n
n
To be successful in this role you will have:
n
n
Experience working in a Health or Community Care environment that supports independent living and participation in the community.
n




Clinical and or allied health qualifications highly desirable.
n
Knowledge and experience in supporting frail aged people and people with a disability and their carers / families to live independently to remain in their home.
n
Knowledge and experience with both Home and Community Care Program for Younger People (HACC-PYP) and Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP).
n
Ability to use initiative, liaise with stakeholders, work with minimal supervision and work collaboratively within a team environment.
n
Current Driver's licence.
n
Working with Children Check.
n
Competent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and the ability to adapt to recent systems and processes; experience with Alayacare is desirable.
n
Annual salary increases
n
Flexible working arrangements
n
Access to Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families
n
Generous leave provisions, including purchased leave options and paid parental leave
n
Cross-skilling and professional development opportunities
n
n
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Milly Palmer, Intake Assessment Coordinator, on ************** .
n
Additional information
n
Mount Alexander Shire Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to child safety with zero tolerance for child abuse. We value a diverse workforce and encourage applicants from all cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and backgrounds.
n
Applicants can expect that the recruitment process will include interviewing, reference checks and criminal history checks. Some positions will also be required to provide a Working with Children Check, and medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken.

📌 Hacc- Pyp/ Aged Care Intake Officer (Colac)
🏢 Mount Alexander Shire Council
📍 Colac