• Highly respected local community service organisation
• Based in Windsor NSW
• Salary sacrifice options available
• SCHADS Grade 3

Two positions are available:

• 1x Permanent part-time 35 hours per week
• 1x Fixed term contract expiring June 30, 2021, 35 hours per week

The Organisation:

Since 2001, Peppercorn has provided services to a wide demographic of people across the Hawkesbury and surrounding areas. Our suite of services includes mobile preschools, family support, transport, community aged care and community development programs. Peppercorn’s vision is for a connected, healthy and inclusive Hawkesbury by reducing social isolation and maximising participation.

The Role:

The Intake and Assessment Officer is a key role within our Community Care team and is responsible for conducting holistic assessments to eligible members of the community to support independent home living and community access.

Key Selection Criteria

Essential

• Experience in community care assessment and support and/or demonstrated experience in developing Individual Care Plans in accordance with My Aged Care.
• Cert IV in Individual Support / Aged Care / Disability or other relevant qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to sensitively engage people seeking support and care services.
• Understanding of the barriers to service access experienced by culturally diverse and minority communities.
• Have a strong understanding of issues faced by the older person and carers.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary team.
• High level computer skills, data entry and word processing.
• Current NSW drivers licence and a vehicle with third party property insurance.
• A National Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check must be completed and cleared before employment may commence.

Desirable

• Experience with client management systems and databases.
• An understanding of Risk Assessment.
• Geographical knowledge of the Hawkesbury, Nepean, and Blue Mountains LGAs.

Please see the attached position description to understand the role in more detail. Enquiries related to this position can be made by contacting Sharon Fisher, Operations Manager on 02 4587 0222.