21 Oct
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Dementia Support Australia
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Parramatta
21 Oct
Dementia Support Australia
Parramatta
Dementia Support Australia (DSA) delivers free, nationwide support for people living with dementia whose behaviours impact their care, as well as the families, carers and professionals who support them. Backed by clinical expertise, evidence-based practice and a person-centred approach, DSA helps improve quality of life and care outcomes for people affected by dementia.
When it comes to our people, those we support and those who work alongside us, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and belonging.
Through creative programs, education, consultancy services and multidisciplinary clinical support, we empower individuals, care teams and organisations to respond to the complexities of dementia with confidence and compassion.
As a service led by HammondCare on behalf of the Australian Government, DSA is making a meaningful difference in communities across Australia every day. So, if you're passionate about improving the lives of people living with dementia, join us and build a career with purpose.
Make a difference every day Dementia Support Australia (DSA) delivers free, nationwide support for people living with dementia whose behaviours impact their care, as well as the families, carers and professionals who support them. Backed by clinical expertise, evidence-based practice and a person-centred approach, DSA helps improve quality of life and care outcomes for people affected by dementia.
When it comes to our people, those we support and those who work alongside us, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and belonging.
Through innovative programs, education, consultancy services and multidisciplinary clinical support, we empower individuals,
care teams and organisations to respond to the complexities of dementia with confidence and compassion.
As a service led by HammondCare on behalf of the Australian Government, DSA is making a meaningful difference in communities across Australia every day. So, if you're passionate about improving the lives of people living with dementia, join us and build a career with purpose.
The role Make a difference every day by supporting people living with dementia and those who care for them, as a trusted
Workshop Facilitator . This role sits within Dementia Support Australia (DSA), which is a national dementia support service, funded by the Australian Government, led by HammondCare.
As a Workshop Facilitator, you will work in diverse care settings, through the Hospital to Aged Care Dementia Support Program (HACDSP) - a service delivered by Dementia Support Australia.
This role plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of care provided to individuals living with dementia by focusing on building confidence and capacity building with acute, residential care and community aged care professionals.
Through the delivery of professional workshops across Australia, you will confidently engage and motivate each audience to implement practical strategies; to effectively support people living with dementia.
You will apply your expertise in designing,
implementing and evaluating educational programs and training initiatives for staff, caregivers and other stakeholders involved in dementia care.
The goal is to equip the team with the knowledge, skills and resources needed to deliver exceptional, relationship-based care and to foster a supportive and enabling setting.
This role is offered as a Fixed Term Contract until June 2028. This role is based out of our Parramatta Office.
Responsibilities
Design and develop engaging, evidence-based training programs and learning resources.
Facilitate high-quality training sessions, workshops and presentations that build knowledge, skills and confidence across diverse care settings.
Strengthen workforce capability through coaching, mentoring and targeted learning initiatives that support confidence and professional growth in providing best practice care for people living with dementia.
Montior, evaluate and continuously improve training effectiveness through participant evaluation and feedback.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders
Maintain accurate reporting and documentation
Stay updated with best practice and emerging learning methodologies to enhance professional development.
Advantages
Market leading remuneration
Salary packaging; $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits.
Flexible hybrid work arrangements in a friendly workplace with an emphasis on work life balance
Additional training & career development opportunities
Leave benefits - purchased additional annual leave
Reward and Recognition Program
Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group
📌 Workshop Facilitator (Parramatta)
🏢 Dementia Support Australia
📍 Parramatta