Transition Care Program – Home Based is a jointly funded program (State/Commonwealth) and aims to assist frail aged patients to complete their restorative processes at home, optimise their functional capacity and finalise their long-term care arrangements.
The Team leader will take a leading role within the Transition Care Program – Home Based, including quality planning, policy review, budget management, aged care compliance and ensuring the services are aligned with organisational objectives and professional standards.
The role is responsible for identifying and resolving client and staff issues, while overseeing service delivery to ensure a high-quality experience for clients. Working closely with the Program Clinical Lead, you’ll support effective client service provision, coordination and flow across the program.
Key Accountabilities
- Work closely with a highly experienced multidisciplinary team to support the delivery of case management to older people transitioning from hospital to home.
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to build strong relationships and partnerships, strengthen service models and improve patient flow.
- Provide leadership and support to the team, contributing to quality service delivery, continuous improvement and effective resolution of client and staff issues.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the team and service, supporting initiatives that enhance care for older people and strengthen Community Services across RMH.
- Support quality planning, compliance and resource management, ensuring the program aligns with relevant aged care requirements, organisational objectives and professional standards.
About You
You’ll bring a strong understanding of aged care, community services and hospital processes, along with the ability to support older people with complex care and social needs. You’ll also bring:
- Registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse or relevant experience as an Allied Health Professional.
- A strong understanding of aged care services and legislative requirements, including My Aged Care.
- Experience working with clients, families, support networks and service providers to monitor and evaluate service delivery and care needs.
- Demonstrated skills in comprehensive assessment and discharge planning.
- Sound knowledge of hospital processes, aged care and community service systems.
- Experience supporting older people, including those with complex social circumstances and care needs.
- Experience working across hospital, aged care and/or community settings.
- Previous experience leading and supervising teams, with the ability to support staff and promote effective service delivery.
- A flexible, proactive and innovative approach, with the ability to work effectively both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits of Working at RMH
- Meaningful Work
Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
- Career Growth
Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
- Supportive Culture & Belonging
Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
- Innovation
Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
- World-Class Excellence
Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
- Enjoy great employee benefits
Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
- Work in the Parkville Precinct
Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.
Interested?
Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letteR and resume.
Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.
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