Research and Innovation Projects Officer
Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are strongly encouraged to apply.
* Salary packaging worth $15,899 and an additional $2,650 on meals, entertainment & vacation accommodation via our salary sacrifice partner, potentially increasing your take-home pay by $6,399 per annum.
* Friendly & supportive work environment.
* Opportunity to work for an Aboriginal community controlled organisation (ACCO) and serve the community.
About the organisation:
Aboriginal Community Services (ACS) is a not-for-profit provider of residential aged care and home and community services to Elders / Clients across South Australia.
Purpose of the role:
* Undertake projects as agreed with the GM Service Development and in line with funding agreements and goals expressed in ACS Strategic Plan.
* Assist in the development of new and continually improving client service models for ACS.
About the position responsibilities:
* Achieve the expectations of funding agreements and the ACS Strategic Plan including Program Effectiveness (CHSP, HCP, NATSIFAC, Aged Care Assessments etc) and Aboriginal Ageing.
* Scan the Aged Care / Home Care industry to identify, discuss and pursue research and funding opportunities that may provide value or benefits to ACS and ACS Clients.
* Contribute to research being undertaken by other organisations including universities, institutes, peak bodies, and other industry organisations.
* Provide information relevant to ACS and the industry it operates in and the community it serves for consideration for publication.
* Work on special projects that fall within the scope of the incumbent's capabilities, abilities and interest in the area of Service Development.
* Manage tasks in regard to the Service and Support Portal, Alayacare, LeeCare and Monday as agreed with the GM Service Development.
* Work on projects to influence public and community perception of the past, present and future achievements of ACS.
* Support other members of the Strategic Projects Team as needed.
About you:
To be successful, you will possess excellent communication and organisational skills. Your strong multitasking skillset, attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will see you succeed in this role. You must possess unrestricted work rights in Australia and a full Driver's License. Previous experience working with Aboriginal People will be highly regarded but is not essential.
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