Dementia Care Consultant

UnitingCare Qld

Base: $59.43 to $60.70 ph; bonus/equity: not speci...
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Dementia assessment and behavior management planning
Direct in-home and telehealth client support
Care planning and implementation for dementia clients
UnitingCare Qld is seeking a Dementia Care Consultant for a 12-month fixed-term position, aimed at enhancing quality dementia care in community settings. The role involves providing support and strategies to care staff while delivering in-home and telehealth services to individuals with dementia and their families

Job Summary

  • This role involves joining a newly created centralised function of the Statewide Dementia Care team to strengthen quality care in community settings.
  • The consultant will deliver direct in-home or telehealth support to people living with Dementia, providing information, tools, and behavioral strategies.
  • Employees receive salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 for living expenses plus access to employee discounts and paid parental leave.

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UnitingCare Qld is seeking a Dementia Care Consultant for a 12-month fixed-term position, aimed at enhancing quality dementia care in community settings. The role involves providing support and strategies to care staff while delivering in-home and telehealth services to individuals with dementia and their families.

Salary

Base: $59.43 to $60.70 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Salary packaging up to $15,900 + meal entertainment up to $2,650

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Dementia assessment and behavior management planning
  • Direct in-home and telehealth client support
  • Care planning and implementation for dementia clients
  • Multidisciplinary team leadership and mentoring
  • Knowledge of community funding streams and programs

Nice-to-have

  • Person-centred care advocacy and communication skills
  • Experience with comfort interventions library
  • Strong problem-solving and listening abilities
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion values

Key Requirements

  • Degree level qualifications in Nursing, Health, or Community Service
  • Current AHPRA registration required
  • Certifications or qualifications in dementia care
  • Extensive specialist knowledge in dementia assessment and care planning

Work Rights

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