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The Weekend Neos Kosmos : 12 January 2019
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DIGITAL.NEOSKOSMOS.COM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES VICTORIA strategic leadership role supportive working environment An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced individual to fill the role of Community Services Manager, reporting directly to the Executive Manager of Community Services and Planning. The role focuses on the operation of community services programs and demonstrates leadership to the team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • provision of strong leadership to drive continuous improvement • directing the Volunteer, Host Home, Social Support Groups, Access & Support and Domestic Assistance programs • supervision of a dynamic team of coordinators • ensuring service delivery meets all funding agreement requirements, quality standards and the provisions of the Aged Care Act 1997, as well as Fronditha Care’s quality assurance goals • monitoring performance against annual budget and ensure future growth of programs • engaging with stakeholders to build the organisation’s profile and networks. THE WEEKEND NEOS KOSMOS | SATURDAY 12 JANUARY 2019 7 Fronditha Care is an established not-for-profit charitable organisation that provides culturally appropriate residential and community aged care services in Victoria and New South Wales. COMMUNITY SERVICES MANAGER - FULL TIME competitive remuneration package making a difference to elderly people’s lives The successful candidate will be a lateral thinker who thrives on ‘looking outside the square’ with tertiary qualifications in social sciences, business, community services or equivalent and minimum five years work experience in a managerial role. REQUIREMENTS/ KEY SELECTION CRITERIA: • experience with the Commonwealth Home Support Programme • demonstrated leadership skills and a sound knowledge and thorough understanding of the aged care service system and other government policy frameworks • demonstrated ability to network and develop positive relationships • strong interpersonal, communication and public presentation skills • ability to work independently and as a member of a dynamic team • sound knowledge of both English and Greek is required, verbal and written • sound knowledge of issues facing older people and experience in supporting clients with dementia • high level of motivation and problem solving skills. PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANTS (PCA) - GREEK SPEAKING - FULL TIME, PART TIME AND CASUAL POSITIONS We are seeking Greek-speaking PCAs in our residential care homes and to support those requiring at-home care in the community. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • providing personal care and companionship • assisting with activities of daily living • mobility assistance • encouraging care recipients to maintain their independence • respite care • keeping accurate and up-to-date records. PCAs working within our Community Services division will assume additional duties, such as: • assisting with cleaning, laundering, ironing and other light duties in a household setting within our Community Service division • transportation to and from medical appointments • assistance with shopping, banking etc • meal preparation and planning in a home environment. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • bilingual proficiency/fluency in English and Greek is a prerequisite • a Certificate III in Individual Support (minimum) • minimum of 6 months experience in a similar role • a team-oriented attitude, empathy and problem solving skills • commitment to deliver quality care to our elderly. BENEFITS: • salary packaging options available • above Award Rates (54K-64K per annum dependent upon variety of shifts, penalty rates or other allowances). The successful applicants will have the right to live and work in Victoria and will also be required to undergo a current police check prior to commencement of employment. NEW SOUTH WALES HOME CARE PACKAGES SUPERVISOR - SYDNEY - FULL TIME career development opportunity supportive working environment Fronditha Care is expanding its community services arm to Sydney. An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Greek-speaking Home Care Packages Supervisor to lead our team in Sydney. This role will be instrumental in the establishment of Fronditha Care’s Community Services - Sydney division. The successful candidate will be a lateral thinker with qualifications in management, business or social sciences and experience in a leadership capacity within the aged care sector, as well as a sound understanding of the ageing process and dementia care. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • establishing and driving the growth of Fronditha Care’s HCP provision to the elderly Greek community of Sydney • leading and managing a team of care advisors, administration and direct care staff • ensuring service delivery meets funding regulations, quality standards and the provisions of the Aged Care Act 1997, as well as Fronditha Care’s quality assurance goals • undertake appropriate assessments, design and revision of care plans and monitoring records of clients’ budget plans competitive remuneration package making a difference to elderly people’s lives REQUIREMENTS/ KEY SELECTION CRITERIA: • demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills • experience with CRM systems/use of online platforms • exceptional customer service skills • ability to work independently and as a member of a dynamic team • ability to build and establish Fronditha Care’s profile within the broader community • high level of motivation and problem solving skills • sound OH&S awareness • sound communication and negotiation skills • high level of motivation and problem solving skills. • business development skills would be an advantage • the ability to speak Greek • current driver’s license with access to own vehicle. attend the induction process, training & development and other meetings/events as required. The successful applicant will have the right to live and work in NSW and will also be required to undergo a current police check prior to commencement of employment. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to travel interstate to For a copy of the Position Descriptions and further information, contact Yiannis Androulakis, HR Business Partner on (03) 9552 4100 or email your enquiry to hr@fronditha.org. Please refer to our website frondithacare.org.au for the full range of services provided by Fronditha Care. All enquiries and applications are confidential. 64520
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