Are you a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Nurse Consultant or Health Practitioner with experience with Aged Care Assessments? We have a position for you in sunny Rockhampton!

The Clinical Nurse Consultant, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist Senior, Aged Care Assessment is a senior leadership role responsible for guiding and training clinicians in aged care assessments. They conduct assessments in hospitals or community settings, following government guidelines and the Aged Care Act 1997. The practitioner develops comprehensive care plans centred on clients' health needs, emphasising wellness and reablement.

Ready to make impactful change in our aging community? Apply now!

Job details

About us:

Aged Care Assessment is a multidisciplinary team that assesses frail clients aged 65+ (50+ for Indigenous clients) to determine their care needs for residential, respite, community care, and rehabilitation programs, aiming to facilitate access to appropriate services through comprehensive, client-centered evaluations involving clients, carers, and providers across Central Queensland.

About the role:

The Aged Care Assessment (ACA) Senior provides leadership, training, and support to clinicians, conducting assessments in hospital or community settings per Commonwealth guidelines and the Aged Care Act 1997, with a focus on social work principles, comprehensive care planning, and ensuring quality, evidence-based practice through effective communication and collaboration within the public health system.

About you:

Hold qualifications and registration with the appropriate registration authority to practice in any of the following:

• • Occupational Therapy
  • Physiotherapy
  • Social Work
  • Registered Nurse
  • Previous Aged Care Assessment experience would be an advantage.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5H657549

Applications close: Sunday, 14 September 2025

#Rockhampton.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK5H657549 - Clinical Nurse Consultant ACA (PDF, 343KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  RK5H657549 - SW, OT or Physio Senior ACA (PDF, 343KB)
  Role Description