Aged Care Services Program Officer

Aged Care Services Program Officer

• Make a real difference to people’s lives 
• Inclusive, supportive, and collaborative team environment
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Full not-for-profit salary packaging

As a Program Officer – Aged Care Services, you will support older people and their carers from diverse cultural backgrounds through intake, assessment, care planning and service coordination. Working across programs such as CHSP, HACC and Support for Carers, you will ensure clients receive timely, person-centred support that promotes independence, wellbeing and quality of life. This role requires strong documentation, stakeholder engagement and a solid understanding of aged care compliance and quality standards.

About you

We’d love to hear from you if you’re passionate about supporting older people to live with dignity and independence, and have experience in aged care program coordination or community services. You’ll bring strong organisational skills, the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, and a sound understanding of aged care standards and compliance requirements. If you’re a compassionate communicator, confident in case management and reporting, and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services, we encourage you to apply and join our team as an Aged Care Program Officer.

Spectrum is a Child Safe employer. Employment is subject to a current employment Working with Children Check, National Police Check (and international police check if resided overseas for 12 months or longer in the past 10 years) and proof of the right to work in Australia.  Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination or valid medical exemption prior to commencement.

About Spectrum

Spectrum Migrant Resource Centre Ltd (Spectrum) is a not-for-profit organisation, delivering culturally appropriate and responsive services to people with migrant and refugee backgrounds predominantly living in the Northwest Metropolitan region of Melbourne. Our service areas include migration and settlement, family relationship and parenting, social and economic inclusion, aged care, disability, and family carers.

Working at Spectrum

At Spectrum, each member of our team is valued and supported. We offer generous conditions and hybrid working arrangements to support employees to balance their personal and work life.

Spectrum is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Everyone is welcome at Spectrum, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, and physical ability. 

Find out more about us on our website www.spectrumvic.org.au

How to Apply

If you are excited about the opportunity to contribute to our mission and believe you have what it takes to succeed in this role, please apply by submitting your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. 

We are committed to ensuring that our team is reflective of the diverse community we serve and to supporting a culture of equity and inclusion.  We welcome all applicants, including people with refugee or migrant lived experience, people who identify as LGBTQIA and/or have a disability.  Please reach out if you require any support in this process.

For further information or for a confidential discussion about this position please contact Mariane Alcazar on 0408 106 357or Aiche Merhi on 0422 219 480

We are keen to fill this position so don't delay in applying - applications will be progressed as we receive them.