Home Support Care Coordinator – EGHS@Home

About Us

East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships.  We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services:

East Grampians Health Service (EGHS) Community Services aim to meet the needs of the community by offering a vast array of services to the community in Ararat and surrounding districts. We offer outpatient, outreach and domiciliary services. Our services include Allied Health, Dental, Community Nursing, Home Care Packages, Home Support Services and Patricia Hinchey Centre.  These services support other clinical areas including our acute and residential aged care consumers.  EGHS@Home includes our Home Support program, Healthy@Home (telehealth program), Home Care Packages and Carers Support program.

What we Offer

• Regional Lifestyle – explore our region
• A variety of employee benefits
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities

About the Role

The Home Support Care Coordinator provides effective management and coordination of a clients home based support services in the Commonwealth Home Support Program, Home Care Packages program, DVA and Post Acute Care.

These services include Domestic, Personal Care, Meals on Wheels, Transport, Home Maintenance and Modifications and Shopping Assistance.

The Home Support Care Coordinator is responsible for ensuring program eligibility, service coordination, client assessment and review and is the primary contact person for all relevant stakeholders.  The role also includes the coordination of rostering of clients and other aspects of service delivery.

About You

• Self-reliant, motivated and a critical thinker with effective communication and problem-solving capabilities
• Capacity to work independently and as a member of a team
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organisational and time management skills
• Able to liaise across the full spectrum of health and welfare services and relate positively to a wide range of people

Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks)

For further information please contact Janelle Smith – Manager EGHS@Home on (03) 5352 9556

The Position Description can be viewed and downloaded by selecting ‘Position Description’ below.

To apply please select ‘Apply online’ and complete as requested.

Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business Monday 28^th April 2025.

East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.