Seniors Lifestyle Victoria Program Care Navigator
Ballarat Community Health - Lucas, VIC
Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical
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Skills Required:
Communication Skills Problem Solving Coordination Skills Attention to Detail Confident and Emotionally Stable Self Motivation Receptivity Establishing Trust Allied Health Business Partnerships Care Planning Case Management Clinic Management Systems Clinical Works Community Health Multidisciplinary Approach Nursing Medical Care Coordination Service Industries Nursing Home Care Writing of Reports Mentoring Microsoft Office
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Description
As a Care Navigator with Ballarat Community Health's Seniors Lifestyle Program, you will play a key role in supporting older adults to live independently, safely and confidently in their own homes.
Working within a warm and collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide person-centred care coordination, guiding participants through tailored plans that build capacity, enhance wellbeing and strengthen social connection.
In this rewarding role, you will help individuals reduce or slow the impacts of frailty, minimise avoidable hospitalisations and achieve meaningful, self-defined goals.
Through proactive engagement, coaching and partnership with allied health, nursing, general practitioners and community providers, you will ensure each person receives timely, holistic support aligned with their needs and aspirations.
Your work will make a real difference - empowering older people to maintain independence, stay active and improve their quality of life.
About the Employer




Ballarat Community Health is a not-for-profit community health organisation that's been creating healthy communities through the provision of accessible, affordable and quality health and wellbeing services for over 45 years.
We deliver a range of primary health, social care and community-based support to meet local community needs.
We have approximately 300 staff, with six (6) locations across Ballarat and the Western Region.
, BCH takes the safety, dignity and wellbeing of children, older people and vulnerable people seriously.
We expect all staff to uphold these standards in their work.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We value different life experiences and perspectives and provide care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation.
Be more than part of your community - be someone making a difference for people in your community.
About the Candidate
Robust case management capability, including experience in care planning, community aged care, and supporting older adults with complex or changing needs.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust,



show empathy and work collaboratively with diverse clients, families and service providers.
Clear, concise and professional written communication, including report writing and documentation aligned with clinical and program requirements.
Confident use of digital tools and systems, including Microsoft Office, clinical management software, PRODA and My Aged Care.
Highly organised, proactive and solution-focused, able to balance competing priorities, work independently and maintain excellent attention to detail.
Tertiary qualification in Allied Health, Counselling or related discipline and/or relevant substantial experience in Assessment, Case management or the Community Services sector.
You'll join a supportive and experienced team that genuinely cares about the people we support and each other.
You'll have the opportunity to work collaboratively across a broad range of programs, contribute to meaningful outcomes in the community, and help ensure people receive the support they need when they need it most.
Our staff benefits include:
* Salary packaging - up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses and up to $2,650 meals and entertainment
* Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
* Flexible working arrangements
* Access to employee wellness programs and discounts
Building skills and capacity in the aged care sector
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📌 Seniors Lifestyle Victoria Program Care Navigator (Ballarat)
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