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Placement Support Officer

JuniorPart-timeHybridAdelaide SA, AustraliaPosted 10 hours agoVerified 2 days ago
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About the job

As a Placement Support Officer, you will play a vital role in helping patients transition from hospital care to appropriate residential aged care or community placements. Your contributions will ensure safe, timely, and person-centred discharge outcomes, making a real difference in patients' lives. The team values collaboration and professionalism, working under the guidance of the Social Work Lead to provide exceptional support.

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You'll be responsible for

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Identifying and coordinating placements

Identify, coordinate and facilitate residential aged care and community placement options for patients preparing to leave the transition care service.
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Building relationships

Build and maintain strong working relationships with aged care providers to support smooth placement pathways.
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Supporting discharge outcomes

Contribute to safe, timely discharge outcomes by supporting Social Workers with essential administrative and operational tasks.

Key criteria

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Health administration experience

Demonstrated experience in health administration or community services.

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Aged care knowledge

Sound understanding of aged care pathways and placement processes.

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Effective communication skills

Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

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5 criteria for this job
Health administration experience
Demonstrated experience in health administration or community services.

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Aged care knowledge
Sound understanding of aged care pathways and placement processes.

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Effective communication skills
Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

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Attention to detail
Experience maintaining accurate documentation and tracking progress.

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Current driver's licence
Valid driver's licence for transportation and coordination tasks.

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