Dementia Consultant, HammondCare

HammondCare

Location:
Australia, Malvern ▼
Yarraville

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Description:

A rewarding opportunity for a passionate Dementia professional to join the Dementia Support Australia Team at HammondCare on a Fixed Term Full-Time Contract until August 2027 based in Malvern or Yarraville, with relocation assistance available. You'll play a vital role in delivering our Dementia Support Australia Program, working collaboratively to improve lives and implement best practices. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to exceptional service, your expertise will empower others to support those living with dementia. Join us in this meaningful journey!

Job Responsibility:

Support families, caregivers and clinical staff to understand how dementia impacts each individual
Equip carers and clinicians to prevent and respond to behaviour changes through modelling, coaching, and development of resources including behaviour support planning
Be able to synthesise information, through observation and written documentation to provide recommendations that are relationship centred and informed by evidence based best practice
Develop reports that are contextualised to individual situations and people, that effect change on the ground and improve quality of life for people living with dementia
Undertake a range of assessments that help to understand the holistic experience of the person and their care network
Work in partnership with the broader Dementia Support Australia to build capability across the home and aged care sectors
Contribute to research, projects and programs and work innovatively to meet the changing needs of the sector
Work on other projects and assignments as required and in line with areas of skill, expertise and knowledge

Requirements:

Experience supporting people living with dementia – An understanding of dementia and a person-centred approach to care, with a genuine commitment to supporting individuals and their families
Experience supporting older people, ideally within Australian residential and/or community aged care settings, including an understanding of the unique needs of older people in regional and remote areas such as Darwin and the Top End
Be relatable and able to share knowledge in a way that supports change at all levels
High level of negotiation, communication and relationship building skills
Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent stakeholder management
A current Australian drivers licence and willingness to travel
Empathy and patience
Relevant qualification in Allied Health, Nursing, Aged Care or Mental Health is essential

What we offer:

Market leading remuneration
Salary packaging
$15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits
Flexible hybrid work arrangements in a friendly workplace with an emphasis on work life balance
Additional training & career development opportunities
Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave
Reward and Recognition Program
Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family
Free independent and confidential counselling sessions and free wellbeing resources and webinars available through our Employee Assistance Program in multiple languages
Exclusive discounts at MyCar
Servicing, Brakes, Repairs, and Tyre Care Plans
Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI and The Good Guys

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 04, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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