Clinical Aged Care Needs Assessor (ACAS )

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications as per clinical discipline (nursing, occupational therapy, social work, physiotherapy), with full AHPRA registration or eligibility for membership of the relevant Australian peak professional body for the relevant discipline.
2. Proven high standard of written and verbal communication skills. Written skills need to be precise, clinically sound and completed in a timely manner. Proven ability to use Microsoft Office Programs, electronic patient record systems and e-Learning sites.
3. Demonstrated discipline in and clinical experience working in relevant aged care settings and a proven ability to undertake comprehensive assessments, formulate, and implement appropriate care plans for older people.
4. Have detailed knowledge of My Aged Care, related aged care programs and services with proven ability to use this knowledge to assess and support both routine and complex aged care presentations.

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For role related queries or questions contact Silvana Italiano on Silvana.Italiano@health.nsw.gov.au

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy . You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Applications Close: 27 May 2025