Policy Development Intern

CareWays Community has been providing services to the community since 1978. We have a reputation for providing highly valued community support programs from our four neighbourhood centres and in-home aged care in the community.

About the role

This position has been designed to provide an entry level policy development opportunity for a UOW student or recent graduate wanting to gain experience.

The intern will be closely supported and mentored to help review, draft and develop aged care policies and procedures. The intern will gain practical hands on experience preparing for internal and external aged care quality standards audits.

You will be working directly with the CEO and Aged Care Senior Manager who share a responsibility for governance.

This is a casual position working out of our Dapto Office.

The successful candidate 

The successful candidate will have:

• Working towards or completed qualifications in a related degree
• Understanding of quality compliance processes
• Familiar with the aged care sector
• Good computer skills in Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritise work
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work ethically

 Remuneration

Position is subject to award conditions under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 as Social and Community Employee Grade 2 ($45.28 per hour inclusive of casual loading).

How to Apply

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, so apply today!

Important Information            

The recruitment of this position will include several stages including interview, reference checking and Criminal History Check. CareWays Community is an EEO employer who encourages diversity in the workplace and has a strong commitment to Child Safety.