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Dementia Support Australia is looking for health and aged care professionals to join our growing team. Do you… Love supporting and upskilling staff and families? Have experience working with people living with dementia? Have knowledge in the clinical, environmental and psychosocial issues affecting behaviour? Solve problems in a creative yet practical ways? Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing? Adapt easily to new databases and technology? Want to work in a supportive organisation with a national team of skilled, experienced, and friendly dementia professionals? If this sounds like you, then we need to talk! The Role Apply your knowledge in assessment and biopsychosocial approaches, implement practical, innovative and non-pharmacological strategies to prevent, minimise or respond to changes in behaviour related to dementia. This role is offered as a Fixed Term Full-time contract up until February 2028 with the potential to be ongoing. As demand grows, we’re expanding our services to support more people living with dementia across South Australia. Our team office is in Daw Park! Benefits 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  Responsibilities 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. What we need from you? Experience in Australian health, hospitals or aged care (community or residential). Knowledge of the types of dementia, their presentation, and strategies to manage behaviour changes. Excellent problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills. Be relatable and able to share knowledge in a way that support change at all levels Able to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Great written communication and report-writing skills. Comfortable working with databases and online client management systems. A current Australian driver’s licence and willingness to travel, including regional and overnight travel. Enjoy working autonomously with the support of network of experts Qualifications in Allied Health, Nursing, Aged Care, Dementia or Mental Health (highly desirable). Ready to make a change? Apply Now! All short-listed applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and provide evidence of vaccinations For more info on DSA, check out our website: https://www.dementia.com.au/ Make a difference every day to the lives of older Australians in need by joining the team at HammondCare. We provide expert aged care, home care, dementia care and palliative care for older people, regardless of circumstances, beliefs, background or financial situation, led by our not-for-profit, Christian foundations and backed by research and clinical expertise. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, recruiting and developing passionate team members who can support older people through some of life’s most difficult circumstances. Whether it’s in our innovative residences, our hospitals, or at home, from the most complex situations to just offering a little help, we bring the same skill, experience and compassion to all we do. It's not just care, it's HammondCare. We recognise and celebrate individuals who go above and beyond in their work. Our Mission in Action Awards honour outstanding contributions, while our Service Awards acknowledge the dedication of employees who have been with us for many years. Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care. We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills. Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals. As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits! Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres. When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.