Allied Health Lead Podiatry

• Community-Based Allied Health Service
• Brunswick, Macleod, and Sunshine Day Therapy Centres
• Permanent Full-time positions available
• $109,251 per year + Super + Salary Packaging
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About Us

At Baptcare, we care. Our Mission and Vision are lived through our WE CARE Values: for our residents, customers, clients, partners, and supporters; with the very young through to the very old, the vulnerable, with families through all of life’s stages and challenges.

Baptcare is a Not for Profit, purpose driven organisation working across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. Focused on providing residential and community care for older people and support to children, families, and people with disability, financially disadvantaged people and people seeking asylum.

Our Values are Wellbeing, Ethics, Co-creating, Accountability, Respect and Effectiveness​. ​

About the role

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The primary purpose of the In-Home Care (IHC) Allied Health Lead is to supervise, mentor and lead the development and Growth of a designated group of Occupational Therapy, Diversional Therapy, Podiatry, Physiotherapy and Allied Health Assistant staff within the Direct Care division of IHC, as well as providing expert delivery of professional services to a reduced consumer base.

The IHC Allied Health Lead works proactively with IHC Allied Health staff and other IHC teams across Baptcare at the point of service delivery. Key aspects of the role include the day-to-day leadership and supervision of Allied Health staff, supporting intake of new customers, provide an initial response to support complex needs, support staff development and customer outcomes. The consumer base includes both government funded service provision as well as private services.

Key Duties

• Operate in accordance with Baptcare’ s Vision, Mission, and Values, working with the Allied Health Manager to contribute the organisational strategic operational goals.
• Promote a culture of infection control and safety.
• Ensure that scope of practice is compliant with regulatory guidelines and Baptcare policy and procedures.
• Manage independent caseload (KPI dependent upon number of direct reports). Complete assessment, care plan and evaluation of consumer care needs, including identification of need for reassessment.
• Identification and follow up of referral to other health professionals as required.
• Review program ability to accept new referrals and support admission of new consumers.
• Lead and develop team members to deliver for all consumers safe and effective services and supports for daily living that meet the consumer's needs, goals and preferences and optimises their independence, health, well­being and quality of life.
• Provide mentoring and support to staff in all matters relating to the correct and safe completion of their duties in the community; this includes consulting on complex needs.
• Conduct annual performance development reviews for Allied Health staff.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

• Demonstrated competence in all aspects of designated Allied Health profession.
• Competent in all aspects of relevant allied health profession including initial admission, assessment, care planning & ongoing evaluation in a community setting.
• Experience building a high performing team (including succession planning), preferably in the supervision of staff within the Community Aged Care sector.
• Ability to apply various strategies to engage with, and influence, key stakeholders to achieve operational goals and targets.
• Capacity to manage and escalate issues where risks are identified.
• Ability to continuously improve service quality and consumer experience.
• Proven ability to manage budgets.
• The proven ability to model and coach staff on safe and effective services and supports for daily living that meet the consumer needs, goals and preferences and optimises their independence, health, well-being, and quality of life.

For You

Baptcare is focused on living our values, not just talking about them. You’ll find the culture at Baptcare is one of genuine respect, support, and positive intention. We work hard to achieve results through change, continuous improvement, and ongoing focus on providing the best service delivery to our stakeholders.

Further, the successful candidate will receive:

• A competitive salary, plus access to the tax benefits of salary packaging and novated leasing.
• Access to confidential counselling and support services.
• Be part of an organisation and a team that is driven to make a difference to the lives of our vulnerable community members.
• NIB Private Health Insurance Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive discounts on NIB’s Private Health insurance to ensure you and your family's well-being.
• DELL Laptop and Electronics Discounts: Access special discounts on DELL laptops and electronics, helping you stay connected and productive.

How to apply:

Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application. 

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Criminal History check.
• A medical assessment will be conducted to assess your suitability for the role.
• AHPRA registered Allied Health Professional
• Driver’s license
• Travel around metro locations.
• Clinical specialisation relative to aged care is an advantage.

If you require support with the application process, please contact abadawy@baptcare.org.au

Baptcare is committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role, and supporting diversity. We welcome applicants who may require adjustments.

Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.