Job Description

The THHS Single Assessment Organisation is a multi-disciplinary team providing assessment services to older Queenslanders in the community and the hospital setting. The assessment system aims to simplify and improve access to aged care services. The assessment framework is designed to streamline the assessment process and enhance the overall experience for older Queenslanders.

About the Candidate

- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
- Travel may be required for this position.
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- Minimum of one year demonstrated experience directly delivering services in aged care settings and/or to aged persons.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

Work Environment

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and energetic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban,



country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

- Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p.a. (HP4)
- Salary range: $114,532 to $122,643 p.a. (NG6-1)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

To provide clinical and non-clinical home-based face to face assessments of clients referred via the My Aged Care Gateway using the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT). Under the Single Aged Care Assessment System, Aged Care Assessors work with clients and their representative/s to establish goals specific to the client's needs and develop appropriate strategies and actions, including referrals to aged care and non-aged care services.

To provide advisory clinical support, education and information to staff, service providers, external/internal stakeholders, clients and carers.

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