At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct face-to-face assessments for older Queenslanders and develop tailored care strategies.
- Company: Join the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, a leader in innovative healthcare.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Experience vibrant North Queensland living with stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older Australians while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant qualifications in Nursing or Allied Health and experience in aged care.
The predicted salary is between 137918 - 137918 $ per year.
About the work unit: The THHS Single Assessment Organisation is a multi-disciplinary team providing assessment services to older Queenslanders in the community and the hospital setting.
The assessment system aims to simplify and improve access to aged care services.
The assessment framework is designed to streamline the assessment process and enhance the overall experience for older Queenslanders.
About your new employer: Clinical Excellence The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.
As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.
Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Salary range: $128,169 to $137,918 p. a. (HP4)Salary range: $114,532 to $122,643 p. a. (NG6-1)4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuation Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available This is a multi-disciplinary role - applications are being sought from Nursing and Senior Allied Health Professionals including those with qualifications in Dietetics and Nutrition, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology and Social Work.
About your opportunity: To provide clinical and non-clinical home-based face to face assessments of clients referred via the My Aged Care Gateway using the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT).
Under the Single Aged Care Assessment System, Aged Care Assessors work with clients and their representative/s to establish goals specific to the client's needs and develop appropriate strategies and actions, including referrals to aged care and non-aged care services.
To provide advisory clinical support, education and information to staff, service providers, external/internal stakeholders, clients and carers.
Requirements: Mandatory qualifications (Nursing, Dietetics and Nutrition, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology and Social Work) and proof of registration (if applicable).
Minimum of one year demonstrated experience directly delivering services in aged care settings and/or to aged persons.
Possession of class C drivers' licence.
Travel is a requirement of this position.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Probation period may apply.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?For a confidential discussion please contact: Gillian Brunker on (07) 4433 8918.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard. health. qld. gov. au/jobs//QLD-TV695968Applications close: Thursday, 19 November 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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