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Community Care Manager
About Gilgandra Shire Council
Gilgandra is a vibrant rural community in Central West NSW, situated at the junction of three main highways and in close proximity to Dubbo. There is a strong supportive community that has worked together to develop excellent schools, medical services, retail services and recreational activities that you simply do not see in communities of a similar size.
Gilgandra presents you with an opportunity to have an excellent lifestyle you may not be able to afford in the city.
About the position
The Community Care Manager is responsible for:
- Managing the day to day operation of Community Care including Meals on Wheels, Community Transport, Respite and Social Support Services; and action referrals to My Aged Care and from My Aged Care and brokerage from other services
- Managing the provision of Community Care Services to residents of Gilgandra Shire which meet the Commonwealth Home Support Programme and Good Practice Guide and National Disability Standards
- Initiating planning and implementation for a coordinated community care service to residents of Gilgandra Shire through a single access point within the Community Care Centre.
- Taking a pro-active role in local and regional planning as a member of the Gilgandra Shire Council Aged Care Committee, Multi-Disciplinary Aged Care Meeting, Orana Community Services Forum and Western Region Food Services Forum, Community Transport Forum, Meals on Wheels Association, Community Transport Organisation and Interagency Committee.
Essential
- Experience in delivery of community services or similar
- Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise staff and budgets
- Knowledge & understanding of Commonwealth Home Support program and disability standards.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
- Proven record of quality care delivery
- Commitment to WHS & EEO principles.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Proficiency in use of Microsoft suite of applications
- Proven support plan experience
- Current Class C Drivers Licence
Desirable
- Understanding of Aged Care legislation and regulations
- Recognised qualifications in Management or equivalent experience
- Financial acumen especially relating to acquittal of grants and other funding
- Experience working with and empathy towards the elderly, disadvantaged and indigenous.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
Salary: $38 per hour
Enquiries: Mr Guy McAnally-Elwin, Acting Director Community Services, or the HR Department on 02 6817 8800
Applications close: 2 December 2019
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