About SereneCare:

SereneCare is an emerging, purpose-driven organisation that provides personalised aged care services to senior Australians.  We understand the complexities of the aged care system, but more importantly, the possibilities and opportunities that exist to ensure senior Australians live a full, dignified and serene life.

At SereneCare, we believe our people are the key to achieving our purpose and mission.  That is why we select our team members to ensure their attributes align with SereneCare’s values – trust, respect, commitment, loyalty and collaboration.

We attract motivated, like-minded people who share our passion for aged care, can build and nurture valuable partnerships and are committed to delivering exceptional quality service.

The Position:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Care Manager. You will provide all care management activities and ensure the safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes for clients receiving a government-funded Home Care Package.  

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting clients to maintain their optimal level of independence and safety at home.
• Providing ongoing client assessment and monitoring to ensure care and services meet their individual needs, preferences and goals.
• Developing and maintaining client individualised budgets.
• Managing care coordination.
• Development and review of care and service plans in consultation with clients and their chosen representatives.

The position has a level of professional accountability and responsibility in line with SereneCare policies and procedures and legislative requirements of the Home Care Package Program.

You will play an integral role in the SereneCare team, providing personalised services with a high level of compassion, loyalty, and commitment, ensuring our clients live a full, dignified, and serene life.

Employee Benefits:

• Manageable caseload that promotes the development of effective and valuable relationships with clients and their chosen representatives.
• Ability to work from home.
• Competitive salary, including motor vehicle allowance.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment working with people who understand Care Management and Home Care packages.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Qualification in Care Management, or undergraduate qualification in Nursing/Allied Health/Social Work.
• Demonstrated experience in care management and knowledge of Home Care Packages.
• Demonstrated experience completing initial and annual client assessments and care and service planning within a community setting.
• Contemporary generalist aged care knowledge and experience. 

Next Steps:

If you are interested in becoming an integral member of our SereneCare team, please forward your CV and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria to: careers@serenecare.com.au

Applications close:       Friday 29^th October 2021

Why work for SereneCare?

• Our care workers are the heart and soul of SereneCare. They understand the importance of their role and strive to ensure a quality, personalised service delivered with a high level of compassion, loyalty and commitment.
• SereneCare is committed to making a difference to our employees work life, by providing the support and career progression opportunities they deserve.
• At SereneCare we believe the value of our lives is not determined by what we do for ourselves, but instead by what we do for others.

About You:

• You will have a genuine passion for working in aged care.
• You will commit to the days, times and hours allocated to you within your availability.
• You understand that you are working for a professional organisation that will commit to supporting you, and in turn, you will commit to supporting the customers you work with.
• You are honest and accountable.
• You are confident to be a SereneCare representative in the community and will have pride in doing so.
• You can interact and develop rapport with people of varying ages and are able to find common interests with your customers.
• You will show initiative and be resourceful to understand and foster the interests of our customers.
• You will strive to ensure every interaction meets our customers’ needs and expectations, promoting successful and valuable relationships.
• You have completed a Certificate III or IV in Aged Care or are studying or have completed a nursing course.
• You hold a current First Aid Certificate.
• You hold a current National Police Check Certificate (valid within 3 months of commencement with SereneCare)
• You hold a valid and current Australian drivers’ licence, have a road worthy vehicle, registration and comprehensive insurance.
• You are a confident and safe driver and able to drive in Melbourne traffic.

What can SereneCare offer you?

• Respect for the great care that you provide.
• An understanding that your work is complex, and support may be needed at any time.
• Adequate and ongoing training and personal mentoring.
• Career progression opportunities – “as we grow, you grow”.
• An opportunity to work with a team that is leading the way in community aged care, endorsing change and actively participating in strengthening the aged care workforce.
• Remuneration that is above current award rates.