Dementia Consultant

The Hammond Care Group

NSW, AU
Market leading remuneration; salary pyckaging up t...
On-site
Supporting and upskilling staff and families
Experience with people living with dementia
Knowledge of clinical, environmental, psychosocial issues
Dementia Support Australia is seeking health and aged care professionals to join their team as Dementia Consultants. The role involves providing support and education to individuals living with dementia and their families, requiring expertise in dementia care and strong communication skills

Job Summary

  • Join Dementia Support Australia’s Staying at Home Program to improve the lives of people living with dementia and their carers through education, engagement, and support.
  • As a Dementia Consultant, you will conduct client screenings, facilitate carer sessions, support engagement activities, and contribute to continuous improvement.
  • The role offers market-leading remuneration, salary packaging, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and additional training & career development opportunities.

Matching Summary

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Dementia Support Australia is seeking health and aged care professionals to join their team as Dementia Consultants. The role involves providing support and education to individuals living with dementia and their families, requiring expertise in dementia care and strong communication skills.

Salary

Market leading remuneration; Salary packaging up to $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 for entertainment benefits; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • supporting and upskilling staff and families
  • experience with people living with dementia
  • knowledge of clinical, environmental, psychosocial issues
  • creative and practical problem solving
  • clear verbal and written communication
  • adaptable to new databases and technology
  • interstate travel for program delivery

Nice-to-have

  • working in a supportive organisation
  • thriving in a dynamic environment
  • compassionate and flexible approach
  • person-centred care focus

Key Requirements

  • Australian health, hospitals or aged care experience
  • Knowledge of dementia types and behaviour management
  • Excellent problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills
  • Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Great written communication and report-writing skills
  • Comfortable working with databases and online systems
  • Current Australian driver’s licence and willingness to travel
  • Qualifications in Allied Health, Nursing, Aged Care, Dementia or Mental Health (highly desirable)

Work Rights

Not specified

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