Elder Care Coordinator
Permanent Full Time
Ceduna, SA
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About Yadu Health
Yadu Health Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit, Community-controlled Health Service providing Primary Health and Aged Care Services to Aboriginal Communities in Ceduna, Koonibba, and surrounding areas. Operating across four sites, we deliver culturally safe and supportive services through a multidisciplinary Team of GPs, Nurses, Visiting Specialists, and Aboriginal Health Workers focused on improving community health and wellbeing.
Life in Ceduna – Ceduna isn’t just a place to work – it’s a place to live, explore, and thrive.
- Coastal Beauty – Pristine beaches, breathtaking sunsets, and endless fishing, surfing, and boating opportunities.
- Outdoor Adventure – Experience the best of nature, from whale watching at the Great Australian Bight to exploring the stunning Nullarbor Plain.
- Affordable & Relaxed Living – Enjoy a cost-effective lifestyle with housing and living costs far lower than in major cities.
- Welcoming Community – A friendly and diverse town where you’ll feel right at home.
About the Role
The Elder Care Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting Elders to navigate Aged Care pathways and access culturally safe services. This position provides trauma informed, person centred support to ensure Elders and their families understand their Aged Care Service entitlements, assessment processes, service options, and care pathways.
Working as part of the Aged & Community Care Team, the Elder Care Coordinator advocates for Elders throughout the assessment and care planning process, collaborates with Aged Care Assessors and Service Providers, and ensures Clients and Consumers receive respectful, culturally appropriate support that meets their care and safety needs.
Key responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Providing pre assessment support and helping clients understand aged care pathways.
- Assisting Elders with My Aged Care registration and explaining entitlements and service options.
- Supporting Elders and families to prepare for assessments, plan reviews, and reassessments.
- Collaborating with Assessors and Service providers to develop and implement culturally appropriate Care Plans.
- Advocating for Elders to ensure cultural, safety, and wellbeing needs are met.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and supporting reporting requirements.
- Promote the Elder Care Support Program
This role requires someone who is proactive, culturally sensitive and respectful, and deeply aligned with Yadu Health’s mission to support First Nations health outcomes.
About You
To thrive in this position, we are looking for candidates who can meet the following criteria:
- Experience working with older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- Strong understanding of person centred care and trauma informed practice.
- Ability to support clients to navigate services and reduce system complexity.
- Sound understanding of My Aged Care processes and operational guidelines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with community.
- Strong record keeping, data collection, and reporting capability.
- Ability to work autonomously with initiative and problem solving skills.
- Experience working collaboratively in a transparent, client centred team environment.
- Valid Driver Licence (Class C or equivalent).
- Have permanent work rights in Australia without needing employer sponsorship.
What’s on Offer
At Yadu, we are more than just a workplace – we are a community that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Competitive pay starting from $110,208.12 per annum plus superannuation. Wages are based on level of experience and alignment to the position.
- Permanent Full-Time position available.
- Be mentored and work closely with leaders and staff in a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Free Gym Membership – Enjoy 24/7 access to the Yadu Health Community Gym.
- Salary Packaging Options – Increase your take-home pay through our tax-saving salary packaging benefits.
- Locality Allowance – Financial incentives for working in a beautiful regional setting.
- Training & Career Development – Ongoing opportunities to upskill and grow professionally.
- Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 Counselling Services available for staff and their immediate family members.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with Yadu Health, submit your application by midnight Monday 11th May 2026 and will only be accepted through the advertised job platform.
- For enquiries, please contact Levi Moore, Residential and Home Care Manager, email Levi.Moore@yadu.org.au.
- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and a cover letter. In your cover letter, please provide responses to the points listed in the About You section above.
- Please note that as part of Yadu Health’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment and pre-employment screening checks which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
- Yadu Health is a proud Child Safe Organisation, committed to fostering safe, inclusive, and respectful environments for children and vulnerable people. As part of our safeguarding practices, all recommended candidates must provide a current National Police Check, Working with Children Check and Aged Care Screening Check. Some role may require additional screening in line with sector requirements.
- Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. All applicants will receive a response.
