Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 30th Aug 2024
Join OPAN in this vital role to support the implementation of strategic initiatives in relation to supporting the national advocate workforce to achieve national consistency in the service delivery aspects of the National Aged Care Advocacy Program, making a difference in the lives of older people across our communities.
Older Persons Advocacy Networks (OPAN) is a national network of nine independent member organisations that give a voice to older people who are eligible or receiving aged care services.
The network provides free, confidential, aged care advocacy, information and education to older Australians, their families or representatives. OPAN works with the government to influence aged care policy through systemic advocacy.
Their collective vision is of a society where older people are heard, informed and respected, and where they can enjoy and exercise their rights to live fulfilling lives.
Practice Officer plays a vital role in the development of resources and engagement opportunities to support initiatives aimed at ensuring uniformity in the service delivery components across the National Aged Care Advocacy Program (NACAP).
This is an important opportunity to engage key stakeholders and support the development of advocacy practice development initiatives for NACAP on a national scale. The ideal candidate has extensive advocacy experience, strong written communication skills and qualifications in human services, social work or the equivalent.
We are searching for a consultative professional, who is adaptable and has a collaborative focus to get the best results for this national program. The team at OPAN will invest in your learning, and will provide you with the opportunity to immerse in the program to understand key information and challenges firsthand.
OPAN acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first people of Australia and the sovereign Custodians of the country, and in supporting the human rights of older people recognises and respects the human rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. OPAN is an EEO employer and we value diversity within our organisation.
Please apply by uploading your resume.
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or [email protected] using the subject line: Practice Officer - Older Persons Advocacy Network enquiry via EthicalJobs.
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